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Are you a Congressional debater looking to deepen your understanding of government, law, and policy? Curious about how things like funding and enforcement actually work? Civics for Congressional Debaters is designed specifically for students who want to excel in debate by mastering the real-world civic knowledge that drives high-level argumentation. Taught by instructors from the Harvard Debate Council Summer Workshops and Lakeside Debate, this course gives you the tools to analyze legislation, engage with historical precedents, and understand how institutions of government operate in practice.

Why Take This Class?

 ✅ Taught by Highly Experienced Educators – Learn from accomplished debate instructors with experience at the highest levels of competition.
✅ Build Stronger Arguments – Gain the historical knowledge and perspective necessary to craft compelling arguments with unique impacts.
✅ Excel in Competition – Improve your research skills and enhance your ability to respond persuasively to opposing arguments.
✅ Develop Advocacy Skills – Learn how to apply debate to the real world and use your voices for social change.

What You’ll Learn

• The structure and function of U.S. government institutions

• The legislative process and how real-world policymaking happens

• The role of courts in shaping policy and interpreting laws

• Key Supreme Court cases that influence modern debate topics

• Strategies for leveraging civics knowledge in Congressional debate rounds

Who Should Enroll?

• Congressional debaters who want an argumentation edge

• Students passionate about law, politics, and governance

• Anyone looking to strengthen their knowledge of civics for debate and beyond

 

📅 Limited Spots Available! Don’t miss your chance to learn from Harvard Debate Council Summer Workshop instructors and Lakeside Debate coaches to take your debating to the next level. Sign up today!