The United States economy is currently in a period of stagnant economic growth and, arguably, in an economic recession. This type of period is usually associated with poor hiring rates and a poor job market for graduating seniors. However, 2012 will be much more friendly to graduating seniors than 2011. The basic economic environment typically [...]

POINT: The scientific method offers the best means for explaining our world.
COUNTERPOINT: The scientific method has distinct limits; we can never fully explain our natural world.

POINT: Banning gay men from donating blood is a discriminatory practice with no scientific foundation.
COUNTERPOINT: Excluding gay men from is a scientifically justified measure to guarantee a safe supply of donated blood.

POINT SUMMARY: Speech, no matter the content, should be protected.
COUNTERPOINT SUMMARY: Hate speech… incites violence and negativity, not civil discourse.

POINT: Prostitution is an inherently immoral and predatory institution.
COUNTERPOINT: Sex work can be freely chosen and empowering… decriminalizing prostitution is a step towards a more peaceful, inclusive society.

POINT: Unilateral action by Palestinians or Israelis will never yield peace
COUNTERPOINT: Only unilateral action from a democratic Palestine will allow Palestinians to achieve statehood and peace