Wednesday’s debate on whether to give prisoner’s the vote was one of good quality and typical of what we have always hoped to achieve with the Kent Debating Society; an intimate environment where everyone and anyone can better their public speaking skills, inform themselves on contemporary issues and have a great laugh within the space of an hour. The final vote on the debate reached a tie (the society’s first) so credit is due to both sides of the house. Particular congratulations go to Zhiang for winning best speaker.
Next week’s motion is This House Would Regulate Facebook. The Proposition have the task of outlining what form any regulation would take, and why it is necessary.
Also, we’ll be sending two teams to the Kings College Inter-Varsity competition on the 4th of December, so we’ll be holding try-outs after the debate. The motion will be announced after the Facebook debate, and those of you trying out will then have fifteen minutes to prepare (the same format used at IV’s). Remember that you need to be a member to take part in the try-out, so be sure to register if you’re interested.
Finally, remember to get yourself a hoody soon if you’d like one, as our online marketplace closes at the end of the month.
See you on Wednesday!
Wednesday’s debate on the motion This House Believes Britain is Broken, whilst not of the most stellar quality, made for an entertaining and enjoyable evening. The proposition were unable to convince the audience that Britain is truly broken, with the opposition winning the audience’s vote. Congratulations to Neil Davis (2nd Opp) for winning best speaker.