Extemp and Impromptu Areas for Nationals

Extemporaneous Speaking Topics –
Round 1: American Health: Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act
Round 2: Asian Powers: China, India, Japan, and the Koreas
Round 3: Science, Technology, and the Environment
First Elim. Round: The Middle East
Second Elim. Round: President Obama’s Second Term
Third Elim. (if needed): The U.S. Budget

Impromptu Prompt Types –
Round 1: Quotations
Round 2: African Proverbs
Round 3: Physical Activities and Exercise
Quarterfinals: Weather and Seasons
Semifinals: Quotations
Finals: Famous Civil Rights Figures

LD Nationals Topic

Resolved: Oppressive government is more desirable than no government.

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PF Nationals Topic

Resolved: The benefits of American drone strikes against foreign targets outweigh the harms.

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