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File Name | S21-LD-NSDA-09-NEG-Liberty.docx |
File Size | 62.28 KB |
Date added | September 28, 2020 |
Category | Archived |
Tags | Lincoln-Douglas, NSDA, Season 21 |
This case takes the exact opposite interpretation of the resolution as last week’s release (“Affirmative: Democracy” by Josiah Hemp). This case rejects the idea that democracy is something that we should seek to achieve and instead stands on Liberty. Democracies are arguably created in order to defend liberty. In contrast to democracy, liberty is a fundamental value. It is something that matters because it matters. This case argues that compulsory voting both directly violates liberty and endangers liberty.
Notes on delivery: This case should be read passionately. It is arguing that compulsory voting is a violation of liberty and will lead to despotism. When pointing out severe danger, a passionate tone often helps reinforce the point. However, be careful not to over-do it. Overdoing it makes your case sound silly and unreasonable, rather than clear and concerned.