Research Topics
Cross Examination
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- Alternative Energy Sources
- Climate Change
- Competitiveness
- Deep Ecology
- Energy Conservation
- Energy Efficiency
- Energy Independence/Security
- Energy Reliability
- Environmental Regulations
- Fossil Fuel
- Incentives
- Oil Market Fluctuations
- Oil Suppliers
- Peak Oil
- Pollution
- State Counterplan
- Sustainability
- Voluntary Counterplan
Topic: Alternative Energy
Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase alternative energy incentives in the Untied States.
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- Topic Analysis
- Glossary of Key Terms
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- Energy Topic News
Follow the link to keep up on the latest news on alternative energy! - CX Questions
A list of general CX questions for negatives to ask affirmatives! - Alternative Energy Websites
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Lincoln-Douglas
Topic: (UIL) Sanctuary Cities
Resolved: Sanctuary cities are morally justified.
Topic: (NFL) Hate Crime Enhancements
Resolved: Hate crime enhancements are unjust in the United States.
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- March/April NFL Topic Background Paper
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