• billwashere@lemmy.world
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      2 months ago

      In a real debate the judges actually keep score based on logical arguments and good examples, typically what’s called matter, manner, and method. This was political theater or maybe a skills test, but not a debate. And pretty much always was for as long as I can remember.

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      2 months ago

      Yeah but i mean if you think about it someone is wrong then. Which means there wouldnt be a reason to debate because you can just compare the two claims and choose the true one. And if what they are debating is subjective then there is no winner.

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        2 months ago

        You convince the audience that your position is better and the path forward for whatever reasons. Doesn’t have to be correct/incorrect.

        You also win by appearing presidential.