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Classical Form: Topic: We should legalize physician suicide

Introduction: You ever wonder why your physician is allowed to save you, but not allowed to assist in your suicide? Don’t you think that’s strange?

Background: This discussion dates back to ancient times.  In 1870 the first recorded suggestion to intentionally end a patient’s life was made by Samuel Williams. As of right now Oregon, Washington, California, and Vermont are the only states who allow physician assisted suicide.

Proposition:

·             In a case of terminal illness, when death is imminent and health personnel admitted loss of hope for recovery- the patient should be allowed to terminate their life with the physician’s assistance.

·             There is a difference between physician assisted suicide and physician aid in dying. The prior is when a medical third party administers the lethal dose, in the later, the physician aid in dying, the patient self administers the lethal dose.  Is this preferred?

Proof:

·             991 patients have been legally assisted in suicide, 77% had terminal cancers

·             Median age was 71

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Refution:

·             There is a difference between physician assisted suicide and physician aid in dying. The prior is when a medical third party administers the lethal dose, in the later, the physician aid in dying, the patient self administers the lethal dose.

Conclusion:

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Introduction: Michelle obama quote from DNC 2016

Background: 1787 the constitution excluded several groups from the right to vote in a country that promised democracy. it was exclusive to white men. since then weve progressed and the groups that were once exempt now have the most to lose. these people now account for the majority of the U.S. (stat about demographics).

Lines of Arguments: it is mandatory for all U.S citizens above the age of 18 to vote.

economic benefits  that were brought by the voting right act.

political literacy for the country. (learning about different positions on different issues). to better educate themselves

would increase voter turn out

broaden representation and legitimacy

Alternatives: " my vote doesnt matter"

conclusion: by voting mandatory, maybe we can truly attain liberty and justice for all.

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First Lady Michelle Obama Tuskegee University Commencement Address

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Barack Obama Reveals Michelle Obama Running for Office

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First Lady Michelle Obama Full Emotional

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First Lady Michelle Obama Does Her Best Barack Impression

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Michelle Obama On Race & Success At Chicago HS Graduation

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First Lady Michelle Obama Delivers Commencement Address

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Michelle Obama: 'The Power of Voting is Real and Lasting'

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Giving the commencement address at Jackson State University in Jackson. Mississippi, first lady Michelle Obama tells students that while it's great to share their thoughts on social media, it's critically important that they all vote. more: http://tranganhnam.org

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Classical Form

Sports Betting is currently legal in a few states in the United States of America.

Background :

- In the United States of America, it is illegal to operate a betting scheme, except in Nevada, Oregon, Delaware, and Montana. In many European nations, bookmaking (the profession of accepting sports wagers) is regulated but not criminalized.

- People till this day participate in sports betting wether its online through an organized legal website, or illegally through a bookie.

Lines Of Argument :

- Gambling addiction is considered just as bad as a drug addiction.

- Gambling exploits the poor because they are more vulnerable and  more likely to lose it all when have little to risk.

- Fraud, a team can throw away a game or can be influenced by sports betting.

Alternatives :

- Fake Money Betting.

- Bet for your own knowledge  and not for the money.

- You need a license to bet.

Conclusion :

Sports gambling should be banned for disruptive and corruptive consequences to those who participate.

Rogerian Form

Introduction :

- Sports betting is a hobby, People enjoy sports betting for entertainment purposes and financial purposes.

Context :

- People do win money gambling and people have a great time doing so.

- Its a form of income for many people.

- Its the same concept of stock broking tracking trends and daily news.

Authors Position :

- Sports Gambling should be illegal.

- Gambling addiction is considered just as bad as a drug addiction.

- Gambling exploits the poor because they are more vulnerable and  more likely to lose it all when have little to risk.

- Fraud, a team can throw away a game or can be influenced by sports betting.

- The addictive cycle of gambling leads to financial ruin.

Benefits to opponent :

- Your money will be less at risk.

- Their are healthy alternatives for Sports betting.

- You will have more time to be productive in different ways.

- you will be less stressed when knowing you are in control of your own destiny instead of relying on athletes or animals.

Toulmin Model

Claim :

- Sports Gambling should be illegal.

- Gambling addiction is considered just as bad as a drug addiction.

- Gambling exploits the poor because they are more vulnerable and  more likely to lose it all when have little to risk.

- Fraud, a team can throw away a game or can be influenced by sports betting.

- The addictive cycle of gambling leads to financial ruin.

Qualifiers :

- People would be able to make a living off of sports betting.

- People can not get addicted and only gamble for fun with expendable cash.

Reasons and Evidence :

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We Should Not Have Standardized Testing in Schools (Group 4)

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We Should Not Have Standardized Testing in Schools (Group 4)

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Intro: We should ban standardized testing in school

Classical:
Background:
- The average student in America's big-city public schools takes some 112 mandatory standardized tests between pre-kindergarten and the end of 12th grade.
- This causes stress unnecessarily

Lines of argument:
- Tests are imperfect, the statistical modeling behind value added is imperfect so it's not a true test of teacher value (the algorithm used for Common Core testing that determines teacher quality is the same algorithm used for growing wheat)
- Countries that do well internationally don't use standardized testing at all or they start much later (Norway and Japan)

Alternatives:
- Midterms and finals on a class by class basis with test approval from admin
- Have fewer standardized tests

Conclusion:
- Standardized testing  doesn't properly assess student knowledge or teacher competence therefore it's unnecessary

Rogerian:
Introduction: understand the need for a uniform standard in which to measure schools/students/teachers by; problem is it doesn't really work

Context: previous standardized test policies have proven to be ineffective, and it's really expensive to develop these tests

Author's position qualifies own view: we won't have a completely uniform student knowledge base, but not all students should know everything

Benefits: the level of education will not go down because of a lack of standardized testing,  students will value education more, teachers can concentrate on their strong suits

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Group 1: School Uniforms Should be Mandatory

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Group 1: School Uniforms Should be Mandatory

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Classical Form
Introduction: We are all for mandatory school uniforms.

Background: According to an article published last year, school uniforms were first enforced in 1552 in London. Since then, 20% of schools have enforced uniforms.
Lines of Arguments:

1.     Schools uniforms work to diminish economic and social barriers between students

2.     77% of students are bullied because of the way they dress

3.     It is time efficient for students because their attire does not distract them. Instead, they can focus more on their studies.

Alternatives: We understand that this is a very strict uniform and maybe a dress code would seem like more reasonable options, but studies have shown that when a dress code is enforced, there are loopholes. Students are more easily able to violate the dress code and also this does not prevent social inequality.

Conclusion: School is for learning and not a popularity contest.