Unique Speech and Debate Topics for High School Students

Hey everyone! I'm in search of unique and engaging speech and debate topics for high school students to use in an upcoming tournament. If you have any suggestions or topics that you've found interesting in the past, please share them. I'd really appreciate it!

Hi there! It's always great to see students participating in speech and debate. Here are a few unique and engaging topics you can consider for your upcoming tournament, spanning across various categories:

Policy Debate Topics:

1. Should the U.S. adopt a single-payer healthcare system?

2. Should the U.S. increase or decrease programs for risk/technology development in the private sector?

3. Should the education system switch from traditional learning models to online learning models?

Lincoln-Douglas Debate Topics:

1. Is the pursuit of happiness an individual or collective responsibility?

2. Should freedom of speech have limits in order to maintain societal harmony?

3. Is there a moral obligation for developed countries to assist underdeveloped countries economically?

Public Forum Debate Topics:

1. Should we implement universal basic income to combat income inequality?

2. The benefits of space exploration outweigh the risks and costs.

3. Autonomous vehicles will cause more harm than good.

Extemporaneous Speaking Topics:

1. The impact of the metaverse on society and culture.

2. How effective are sanctions against foreign nations in achieving specific goals?

3. The pros and cons of implementing a four-day workweek.

Original Oratory Topics:

1. Overcoming the fear of failure.

2. The social and ethical implications of artificial intelligence.

3. The importance of empathy and compassion in today's world.

These are just a few ideas to get you started. Remember to tailor the topics to your interests and the interests of your audience, so you can passionately and effectively speak on the subject. Best of luck with your upcoming tournament!