Debate Club: Seeking Topics

Hey folks! I'm involved in my high school's debate club, and we're brainstorming ideas for our next debate. What are some challenging and engaging debate topics for teens because I'm kind of stuck for ideas.

Here are some potential debate topics you might consider:

1. Digital Privacy: This topic can cover a wide range of issues including cyber surveillance, the use of facial recognition technology, and social media privacy concerns. Questions that could be debated are if digital privacy is a right and if so, to what extent should it be protected?

2. Climate Change: Debate can revolve around the causes of climate change, responsibility (individual vs corporate), the government's role in combating it, and the proposed solutions, including renewable energy or eco-friendly daily practices.

3. Education Reforms: Should school start later in the day? Is a four-day school week effective? Do standardized tests measure academic ability or potential? Are their disparities in educational opportunities and how can they be addressed?

4. Voting: The idea of lowering the voting age could be another good debate topic. Why should or shouldn't 16 or 17-year-olds be allowed to vote? Could this impact the political landscape?

5. Social Media's Impact: Does social media have more of a positive or negative influence on young people? Can tech companies effectively prevent the spread of misinformation or harmful content?

6. Space Exploration: Is space exploration necessary and worth the cost? What's the pros and cons of private companies like SpaceX leading the charge in space exploration?

Remember, the best topics for your debate are those which provide room for both sides to present strong, compelling arguments. You want topics that will really get your club members thinking critically about different perspectives on the issues at hand.