pro contention drafts by sonny patel https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey Made with ♥ en-us 2022-06-29 13:45:54 UTC 2025-10-02 17:35:17 UTC hello@padlet.com This is my contention uclabdb8 https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233434236 test test test]]> 2022-06-29 13:48:26 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233434236 ⬆️ jobs https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233435106 - framing: prioritize economic growth ➡️ even while POCs are displaced, econ growth will allow for investment in social justice ➡️ new housing + investment]]> 2022-06-29 13:49:45 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233435106 Pro framing https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233435157 When determining the correct action, one should prioritize net benefit. The solution that will cause the most benefit overall by any means necessary.

Contention 1: Environment
-US transportation takes a hugh partion of total emissions
-HSR can reduce transportation emissions drastically
-Climate change is mitigated, saving many lives]]> 2022-06-29 13:49:50 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233435157 Productivity https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233435966 Efficiency, dependency -> safety net for supply chain crisis (SQUO) + green tech]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:00 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233435966 Contention: Faster Transport https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233435969 The ability to connect with those one knows is an inherent good, and therefore improvements should be pursued regardless how much better they will make the system as a whole.]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:00 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233435969 Pro Case allisteradair https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436174 Framing:
Achieve greatest good for greatest number of people. (Util) We must consider ultimate long-term consequences of HSR, not the process of building

C1: Reduces Carbon Emissions --> mitigates CC --> SAVES LIVES

C2: Spurs Economic Development ---> IMPROVES QUALITY OF LIFE


]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:18 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436174 This is not my contention framework https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436219 Environment vs. Economy
The long term environmental benefit is more life-saving and crucial than the economy. The environment is irreversible, economy is not. We can always earn more money- in a short period. That's not the case for the environment.

]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:22 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436219 Contention Ideas https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436283 Framework: Low-income families.

High speed rail increases connectivity and allows poor people to find jobs]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:28 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436283 https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436289 - Invest in clean transportation 
- More use of public transportation rather than induvidual transmission 
- It will help the environment in the long-run in turn ( Climate Change)]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:28 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436289 Environment https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436367 Framing: The outcome matters more than the actions taken. 

At all costs, implement the HSR system because it protects more lives from the inevitable effects of climate change. 

]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436367 Contention: Enviro https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436375 -Framing: Pollution and cc will disproportionally effect POC communities
-HSR reduces car usage and incentivizes green energy. 
-CC is reduced, reducing the harm on POC communities]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:36 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436375 Pro Contention https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436407 Framing: prioritize saving millions of lives
Contention: -reduce carbon emissions by investing in HSR, slowing climate change and saving lives ]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:39 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436407 Rural Areas https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436419 This is a deontological argument.

Framing: Prioritize equality in terms of access to transportation, because inequality is inherently evil and the root cause of problems in society, therefore even a little inequality is not worth tolerating.]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:40 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436419 Contention enviro https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436589 -bettering transportation by using clear alternative (HSR) 
-climate change is ongoing issue, that is currently getting worse
-implementing HSR will beneficially impact CC by slowing down current emissions by creating a better alt then trains 

impact:
1. saving earth, in turn saving lives
2. helping stop decrease biodiversity
3. QOL increased]]> 2022-06-29 13:51:58 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436589 Pro Framing https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436602 Environmental impacts and climate change

Framing: In discussing the implementation of high-speed rail in the United States, we should prioritize the long-term effects of its use

Transportation makes up a substantial portion of the total emissions in the US
Using HSR can dramatically decrease these emissions 
HSR helps the environment and the battle against climate change, creating net benefit for both Americans and the entire world in the long run]]> 2022-06-29 13:52:00 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436602 Environment https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436740 1. Environmental benefit
Framing: prioritize long-term effects that benefit the most people
U: current environmental destruction
L: HSR helps the environment
!: (util)- saves lives and benefits econ, reducing climate change helps the whole world]]> 2022-06-29 13:52:10 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436740 Frame https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436754
  • Protecting those in poverty

Contention 1: High-Speed Rail developments Harms people in poverty more than anyone else
  • Will be affected first due to hsr being made in low-income and cheap land areas, displacing the underprivileged 
]]> 2022-06-29 13:52:11 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436754 the best contention here https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436984 we affirm resolved the U.S should substantially increase investment in high-speed rail. We are prioritizing national security. 
contention 1: increase in investment increases movement of soldiers (impact of this is more protection and more protection  increases national security for citizens. ]]> 2022-06-29 13:52:34 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233436984 contention: environment https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437023 framing: prioritize net benefit to the environment, reducing global warming

contention: HSR reduces carbon emission, climate change impacts people >> disadvantages]]> 2022-06-29 13:52:36 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437023 Accessibility https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437125 Pro framing: Low income communities are underprivileged and there is regional inequality

Contention 1: HSR stops in low income communities on the path and this creates more attraction to those communities. The HSR also allow the citizens more easy access to jobs in larger cities that are economic hubs with more opportunities]]> 2022-06-29 13:52:44 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437125 More Jobs https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437377 More jobs will be created, estimated 1.16 Million per year for the US project. Though jobs will be lost from the oil industry and other transportation industries, it could be for the better as it is not only better for the environment and that  oil is very expensive currently. This would lead to a better state in the economy and environment.]]> 2022-06-29 13:53:06 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437377 Frame https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437448  "When determining the correct action, we prioritize economic growth."
The rail system stimulates the economy and establishes infrastructure, therefore increasing property value.]]> 2022-06-29 13:53:12 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437448 pro framing https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437480 Pro Framing: 
-The HSR will provide a better quality of life

Contention One: Environment
-US transportation is a major cause of carbon emissions 
- HSR reduces those carbon emissions significantly
- Less negative environmental effects that damage agriculture and settlement, thus leading to safer and more secure futures in affected areas. ]]> 2022-06-29 13:53:14 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437480 contention: public image https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437857 Uniqueness: The U.S. is behind in technological advancements compared to countries like Japan, China, France, and Spain. 
Link: HSR would ensure the U.S. continues as a competitor on the global scale. 
Link: HSR would advance technological achievements and benefit the U.S. economy to ensure their place in the global economy. 
Impact: Matching countries such as China in HSR would exhibit power and benefit everyone in the U.S. with a more efficient way to travel. 
Impact: HSR would benefit the U.S. economy and would help create more jobs and opportunities for those unemployed. ]]> 2022-06-29 13:53:46 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437857 Economy https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437965 The economy needs to be our government's main priority.

HSR opens new jobs, and helps our economy.

]]> 2022-06-29 13:53:57 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233437965 Framing https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438137 Jobs, no matter how few must be prioritized due to theirbpositv effect on the individual and the economy. Jobs provided opportunities for individuals that can change their life’s for the better.]]> 2022-06-29 13:54:10 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438137 https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438220 Framing:  Utilitarianism/ achieving what is the most positive benefit for the majority of people. 

Implementing high speed rail will allow for less carbon emissions to be emitted negating a few of the dire environmental consequences that may introduce themselves later down the road. Therefore, by utilizing the HSR system, people's freedoms and happiness will be longer preserved ]]> 2022-06-29 13:54:17 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438220 contention framing exercise https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438471
  • Contention One: Climate Change
    • Framing: Providing the most benefits internationally in the long term is the basis upon which we should judge this debate
    • HSR reduces net emissions by cutting down plane and car travel
    • HSR will cut down US emissions significantly, crucial because America has the second most net emissions in the world
    • Cutting emissions leads to mass benefit for developing nations where climate change leads to the spread of infectious disease and in large city areas and industrialized countries where poor air quality causes death

    • ]]>     2022-06-29 13:54:38 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438471     pro framing https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438573 When determining weather the U.S should build HSR we should look at the economic benefits. We should prioritize the economy to  assist in boosting the qualitity of life

    contention 1: Building the HSR would create more jobs and in turn it would boost the economy helping the jobless citizens]]>     2022-06-29 13:54:47 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438573     Contention Enviroment https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438642 Framework: prefer utilitarian weighing with a long timeframe.

    - enviromental impacts are real and quantifiable. Over time HSR will reduce carbon emissions improving global and domestic quality of life.
    -


    ]]>     2022-06-29 13:54:53 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438642     contention econ https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438710 more transportation and infrastructure create and connects jobs to people
    more people given access to workforce increases econ> more flow of money
    keeping up with technology of other countries and joining a new field of technology that the US can compete with other countries 
    I: boost of innovation when competing with other countries
    boosting economy 
    better econ boosts innovation to help find better solution to CC

    ]]>     2022-06-29 13:54:59 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438710     High-Speed Rail is more beneficial to the country as a whole. https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438845 The well-being of the economy should be prioritized. The jobs created from HSR would provide a large number of people with a stable income to improve their quality of life and would help the economy overall. ]]> 2022-06-29 13:55:09 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438845 HSR means more jobs https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438946
    Framing: any amount of decreased poverty and crime is good

    HSR gives jobs -> more jobs -> less crime and poverty ]]>     2022-06-29 13:55:17 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233438946     Betters life quality https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233439269 By introducing new jobs, the HSR development will be able to allow more people to achieve a higher standard of living through being able to make more money. ]]> 2022-06-29 13:55:46 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233439269 Pro Framing (deontological) https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233439535 When determining the best course of action, quality of life should be prioritized.

    Contention 1: Access
    HSR increases access to better resources for people who live in poorer neighborhoods by providing faster transportation]]>     2022-06-29 13:56:08 UTC https://padlet.com/uclabdb8/e6d27s3zvz54ldey/wish/2233439535