Debate Topics
Walden, and On The Duty Of Civil Disobedience by Thoreau, Henry David
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Self-Reliance vs. Community Obligation
"Does prioritizing self-reliance ultimately lead to societal decay, or is it the most effective path towards collective progress?"



Materialism vs. Spiritual Wealth
"Is a life of material comfort and social status inherently empty, or can it coexist with genuine spiritual fulfillment?"


Civil Disobedience vs. Social Order
"Is civil disobedience a necessary tool for achieving social justice, or does it ultimately undermine the foundations of a stable society?"


Progress vs. Preservation
"Is the relentless pursuit of progress inevitably destructive to the natural world, or can technological innovation and environmental preservation coexist?"



💡 How Debates Work
Characters naturally disagree on some subjects, as the author intended! Discover the tensions that drive the story. Features: pre-loaded questions, clickable prompts; characters who remember and talk authentically based on their values. Jump back into your favorite stories in a whole new way.