Debate Topics
The Printer in Eighteenth-Century Williamsburg: An Account of His Life & Times, & of His Craft by Rouse, Parke
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Freedom vs. Order
"Is maintaining social order more important than allowing complete freedom of expression, even if that expression challenges the existing power structure?"
Loyalty vs. Independence
"When does loyalty to one's government become subservience to tyranny, and when does independence become reckless rebellion?"
Profit vs. Principle
"Is it possible to maintain one's principles while running a business, or is compromise inevitable for survival?"
The Role of Women
"Should women be confined to the domestic sphere, or should they be allowed to pursue careers and contribute to society in ways traditionally reserved for men?"
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