Debate Topics
How I found Livingstone : $b Travels, adventures, and discoveres in Central Africa, including an account of four months' residence with Dr. Livingstone by Stanley, Henry M. (Henry Morton)
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The Price of Ambition
"Is the pursuit of fame and recognition a worthy justification for risking the lives of others and potentially compromising one's own moral compass?"
Civilization vs. Exploration
"Does the potential benefit of introducing 'civilization' outweigh the harm caused by disrupting indigenous cultures and traditions?"
Trust and Exploitation
"At what point does using local knowledge and labor become exploitation, and what obligations do explorers have to the communities they depend on?"
Leadership Styles
"Is a forceful, authoritarian style of leadership more effective in achieving difficult goals, or is a more collaborative and empathetic approach better suited for long-term success and maintaining morale?"
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