Policy Debate Central Podcast
I spoke with Josh Clark and Raleigh Maxwell from Montgomery Bell Academy about the upcoming IPR topic on their new podcast.
Anthony Trufanov
Intro to IPR, Part 2—Topicality, IPR, and Metaphysics
In part one, we explored the core philosophy behind IPR and its economic justifications. In this second part, we will explore the metaphysics of IP, what it means to ‘protect’ it, and how neg teams can craft a stronger topicality limit than the mainstream topic literature might allow.
A New IPR Process CP
Process CPs often seem very intimidating to the uninitiated. They hide behind a wall of buzzwords and theory that can make them seem difficult to understand. We'll spend the next few weeks demystifying them, starting with a look at a brand new Process CP argument.
The Mailbox is Open
The mailbox is open! This will be an ongoing series in which I will respond to questions on the r/policydebate subreddit where I have something useful to add to the existing conversation. I will also respond to questions readers submit directly through the form below.
Backfile Check—'Degrow' The Aff Win Percentage
In this post, we'll take a deep dive into the key components of running a successful dedev position, from linking the aff to the position, to winning on sustainability and impact, to navigating the tricky terrain of the transition debate.
Sui Generis CP—Practice!
Practice preparing and deploying the Sui Generis CP file.
How to Brief a Court Case—a Look at Feist v. Rural Telephone
This year’s topic, centered around strengthening IPR, is arguably the most legally complex subject high school policy debate has tackled in its entire history. We can manage this complexity with case briefing.
Intro to IPR, Part 1—Economic Incentive Theory
In this introduction, we will discuss the areas covered by the topic with a focus on establishing a basic economic framework to evaluate IP policy going forward.
Sui Generis CP
Let's look at a CP that tests the aff's 'traditional IPR key' warrants.
Research Guide—Getting Access
Academic publishing is a treat! With the average article costing upwards of $30 for a 24-hr PDF rental, getting access to vital research is becoming increasingly difficult. Below are some ways that people have managed to obtain access to articles and books for free.