Debaters' Manual (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Core guidance for running a debate program and its governance
This nonfiction guide lays out how to organize debating leagues and societies, from selecting judges to reporting results. It covers governance, event planning, and the practical details that keep a debate program fair and orderly. The book helps readers understand how to set rules, schedule matches, and manage finances and administration.

Readers will find structured instructions, sample articles, and process ideas drawn from debating traditions. The material focuses on clear procedures for judge selection, scoring, and accountability, along with the operational side of running debates and societies. It’s useful for organizers, moderators, and members who want a practical, repeatable framework.

• How to choose impartial judges and manage conflicts of interest


• Rules for debate formats, timings, and scoring


• Procedures for governance, membership, and officer duties


• Guidance on correspondence, amendments, and league organization

Ideal for readers involved in debating clubs, school leagues, or any organization that hosts competitive discussions and aims to establish fair, documented practices.

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