Category Archives: Debate

Tony Blair Vs. Christopher Hitchens.

Is religion a force for good in the world? The debate in Toronto, Canada on 26th of November 2010. Tony Blair never spoke of his religion whilst he was Prime Minister of Britain, but converted to his wife’s faith (Roman … Continue reading

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Dembski vs. Hitchens

Christopher Hitchens and William Dembski met for a debate yesterday morning at Prestonwood Christian Academy in Plano, Texas. As it happens, PCA used to be the church of our good friend LRA. According to the PCA website, a video will … Continue reading

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Let's Debate Health Care

Let’s see if we can have a rational conversation about U.S. health care. What do you think are the advantages of U.S. universal health care? What are the disadvantages? My Opinion I have a hard time seeing how universal health … Continue reading

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How to Persuade Skeptics, by Al Franken

I thought he did a great job of keeping people calm and explaining his perspective. It’s hard — sometimes impossible — to argue with unreasonable people. What have you found effective when arguing with angry people of opposing viewpoints? (via)

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You are a Dining Room Table

And another internet meme is born: If this doesn’t make sense, watch this video. (via)

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How to Deal With Nutjobs

The health care debate is bringing out the worst in some people, and it seems to me most of those people are on the conservative side. I’m sympathetic to those skeptical of universal health care — I’m a libertarian, after … Continue reading

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Collision Preview

You might have heard about the new Collision movie. It’s a documentary from Christian punk-rocker/filmmaker Darren Doane who follows Christopher Hitchens & Doug Wilson while they go on a debate tour. It looks like an interesting film and is getting … Continue reading

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How To Argue Effectively

Everyone wants to argue effectively, and Dave Barry wants to help. “I argue very well,” Barry says, “Ask any of my remaining friends. I can win an argument on any topic, against any opponent. People know this and steer clear … Continue reading

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Touching a Nerve

(from Jesus and Mo)

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Will We Conquer Death?

Debate topic of the weekend: Will humanity conquer death, either organically or digitally? I think either have a possibility. We might be able to regrow our bodies/organs and if necessary transfer our memories or our brain. Or we could build … Continue reading

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