Debating motions
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A debating motion is a statement or proposition that is put forward for discussion and argument in a formal debate. It defines the topic and the specific stance that the affirmative (proposition) and negative (opposition) teams will argue for and against, respectively.
Motions are typically phrased to be debatable, often starting with "This House believes that..." (THBT), "This House would..." (THW), or "This House regrets..." (THR). They can cover a wide range of subjects, including:
- Policy motions: Propose a specific action or change (e.g., "This House would ban all single-use plastics").
- Fact motions: Argue for the truth or falsity of a statement (e.g., "This House believes that artificial intelligence poses a significant threat to human employment").
- Value motions: Debate the moral or ethical merits of an idea or action (e.g., "This House believes that individual liberty is more important than collective security").
The clarity and balance of a motion are crucial for a fair and productive debate.undefined
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