Beyer,+Matthew

Matthew Beyer Debated: Lowell High School ‘15 Currently a 2nd year at UCSB  Short Version: Read whatever arguments you are most comfortable with/think are most strategic, I’m fine with pretty much anything. Tech over truth in most cases. Speed is fine, but be clear. Warrants, clash, framing and impact calc are all appreciated. The debate is about you, not me, so do what you do best. Having said that, if you’d like some specific insights into how I evaluate rounds, continue reading. If it helps to know what args I went for as a 2N in high school, you can check out my old wiki. *Disclaimer: don’t go for arguments you think I will like, just do you. But if it helps… https://hspolicy14.debatecoaches.org/Lowell/Beyer-Zaidi+Neg For the China topic: Cal will be the first tournament I judge on this topic. Just keep in mind that things like core of the topic or limits arguments on T may not be as intuitive for me as they are for you. Also, don’t assume I am familiar with topic specific acronyms or jargon.  Some specific things Ks/K affs: DAs CPs T Theory Misc
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