LDEP Vision Statement
The members of the LDEP believe that Lincoln-Douglas debate is primarily
an educational activity to prepare students for academic and personal
success in their future lives. Therefore, the competitive incentives
of LD should reward students who:
• research thoroughly and ethically
• reason logically
• write and speak clearly and eloquently
• develop direct resolutional analysis
• explain arguments thoroughly rather than superficially
• conduct themselves professionally, courteously, and respectfully.
We recognize that students participate in debate from a legitimate
variety of motives, including the joy of spirited competition. As
teachers, it is our responsibility to ensure that successful debate
is educationally constructive debate. The LDEP works with coaches,
judges, tournament directors, and other members of the debate community
to pursue this goal through organizational and educational initiatives.
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