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Prostitution should be legalised, change my mind.

1. Rhody Island legislatureThe study did find 31% decrease in rape, however, even the researcher admits it may be limited to Rhode Island. "Technically, our study has internal validity but not necessarily external validity,” Shah said. “What this means is that while we can speak to the effect of decriminalization of prostitution in Rhode Island, we cannot take this and speak out of sample to some other policy environment." This is similar to the argument about any other policy, some states may be able to control their criminals well while others are more rampant with crime, causing severe difference in ability to execute legalized prostitution. My studies on the other hand range worldwide, from Minnesota to Turkey and Zambia. Unless my opponent can assert that this rape will also go down across the board for a variety of different type of countries, it is difficult to say for sure his refutal is sound.2. Human Trafficking My opponent fails to cite any sources for Germany having little human trafficking -- this site contradicts his claim [http://www.spiegel.de...]. My opponent also cites China and Russia as examples where prostitution was illegal yet trafficking was bad; however, Russia's criminalization is terribly enforced as the examples on the page give [https://en.wikipedia.org...], while in China, the vast population combined with statistics of child labor, extraction of organs, and surrogacy to inflate the number. My opponent also states legalization leads to regulation, however, there is no support that the government can enforce this regulation. Extra rules can be more of a hastle than a help as well. A sex worker has stated that "many countries that legalize prostitution leave sex workers tangled up in a mess of burdensome regulations." [http://www.businessinsider.com...]Keep in mind, I do not need to win the position, "prostitution should be criminalized", I merely need to win the position, "there is something better than legalization"-- the definition which is "regulation of prostitution with laws regarding where, when, and how prostitution could take place. Decriminalization eliminates all laws and prohibits the state and law-enforcement officials from intervening in any prostitution-related activities or transactions, unless other laws apply." In conclusion: If my opponent was attempting "prostitution should be decrmininalized", maybe my opponent would have a legitimate point. However, he states that it should be legal-- there ought to be regulations in order to enforce prostitution.
Prostitution should be legalised, change my mind.

85% of prostitutes had been rapedI wont deny that this is a very high number, but there is also no denial that the rapists will most likely rape prostitutes than non-sexworkers. To make a fair determination of what link prostitution have with rape, we need to research all rape, before and after the legalisation. A few years ago, researchers at UCLA and Baylor university made a not so stunning find: When the Rhode Island legislature inadvertently decriminalized indoor prostitution for a number of years, that state saw a 31 percent decline in reported rapes and a similar decline in cases of gonorrhea. While it is true that most prostitutes have been sexually assaulted, it is also true that all sexual assault is declining when prostitution is legalised. This means that your rape argument was really just taking a small group of people and proving that that very specific group is more likely to get raped, while everyone together have a 31% less chance of getting raped.it is hard for people to retain controlI definitely see this problem, but this is only a problem if it is illegal. If this scenario would take place where prostitution is criminalized, the prostitute would not be able to report it. If it would be legal however, the company/prostitutes could either be regulated in such a way to prevent this, or the company/prostitute could have its own rules that the buyer have to follow. If those regulations/rules are broken, then they can be reported.The Swedish example, trafficking were reduced after the criminalization. But those two incidents are not connected. If we look at the worst and the best countries in human trafficking, there is no connection between the legalisation and trafficking. For example: Russia and China are 2 of the worst countries when it comes to trafficking. But both countries have totally criminalized prostitution. Take Germany where prostitution is legal, they don't have any problems at all with human trafficking. The only way to stop this trafficking in and profiting from the use of women's bodies is for prostitution to be legalized. Legalization will open it up to regulation; and regulation in this case means safety.There are many good aspects of legalising prostitution as well. Such as: Safer conditions for the worker, less unemployment rates, rapes and sexual assaults will actually get reported and so on. If we think that the government should have the right to tell us what we can and cant do with our bodies, who we can and cant have sex with, we are essentially implying that the government own our bodies...https://prostitution.procon.org...http://newsroom.ucla.edu...https://www.theatlantic.com...https://en.wikipedia.org...https://en.wikipedia.org...
Prostitution should be legalised, change my mind.

1. Not a viable choiceThe "Trading" pro claims occurs a lot of times fails to be fair. It seems like a good deal: you give sexual favors, you gain money. However, "Eighty-five percent of prostitutes surveyed in Minnesota had been raped, according to a 1994 study of violence and prostitution." [1] Similar studies show in Turkey and Zambia, 75% are physically assaulted, 62% had been raped. When it comes to physical, it is extremely difficult for people to retain control. "I paid for sex, why shouldn't I rough her up, slap her some, relieve my stress on her", that is what I believe people think, that is the logic behind why people pay for the prostitutes but the "trading" is often very unfair. The people who buy prostitution are not very reasonable, a lot of prostitutes who are unwilling to go very far have violence executed against them. [3]2. Human trafficking Unfortunately, 82% of trafficking cases involved sex trafficking, especially underage women. [2] When Sweden criminalized prostitution, trafficking was severely reduced. This makes sense; criminals get easier access to these women; if you could easily meet up with them with pretense of paying money for sex it is far easier to kidnap them for human trafficking. There is essentially no other job where trafficking is made easier, because other salary wage jobs protect you with contracts and company power. However, even if prostitution was made into a company, it would still be very tricky to control the amount of violence executed by people. Even in locations where prostituion has been decriminalized, violence is still present. [4]There are many personal testimonies to women who worry about human trafficking, who feel they are victimized by the pimps and the buyers. 88% of prostitutes interviewed in a study essentially say that they only use the job as a last resort. [5] The idea of trading favors makes sense to begin with, but women are hardly respected when they present themselves as sexual objects.[1] https://womensenews.org...[2] https://journalistsresource.org...[3] http://www.philly.com...[4] https://www.theguardian.com...[5] http://www.academia.edu...
Women are equal to Men

My argument is that women should be equal to men in every aspect of life in today's society. Women should be seen as equal in the workplace, In our educational systems, In our prisons, In our military, And especially in our households. It immoral to say that women cannot do the same things as men. A woman should be equal to a man in the workplace. In today's world, Women make up nearly half of the workforce. However, In 2017, Female full-time, Year-round workers made only 80. 5 cents for every dollar earned by men, A gender wage gap of 20 percent. It is wrong that someone with the same qualifications and same experience makes considerably less than another person, Simply because of their gender. Women should be seen as equal in our educational systems. A woman should have the exact same opportunity at scholarships, Grants, And advancing in higher education. Fortunately, We live in a day women are excelling in education every day. There are more women graduating from college now than ever before. It was 1976 before the first group of women were accepted into the military. However, It wasn't until 2013 women were allowed to fight in front-line combat. As of 2016, Women can have any job as a man in the armed forces. While I am thrilled women are finally being seen as equal in society, Many still stay that women have no place in combat. Last but not least women should be seen equal in the household. There is still a popular opinion that a woman should be responsible for household chores and caring for the children. However, Men and women should divide these responsibilities equally. I also don't believe the man should have to the primary "breadwinner" Financial responsibility should be on the woman just as much as it is the men. It is wrong to teach children that women should be submissive to their husbands and are meant to be nothing but child bearers and dishwashers. Imagine the message that sends to young girls! Women have faced such resistance to the fight to be seen as equal. While we have come such a long way in 100 years we still face sexual harrassment, Assault, And discrimination. If you believe women should not be equal to men, You are not much better than those who commit these atrocities.
Women are equal to Men

Hey fellow debaters. I am searching for an opponent to take the Con side that Women are equal to Men. You don't necessarily have to argue that Women are inferior. If you have the opinion that women are Superior to men you are more than welcome to argue from that standpoint if you feel. This debate will consist of 4 rounds. Round 1 will be Acceptance/greeting. You can also put here anything you want to clarify such as from which standpoint you will have. Please do not put any arguments in this round. Round 2- Opening argument Round 3- Rebuttals Round 4- Closing arguments I look forward to this debate! Thank you!
Women are equal to Men

As it stands, My argument is that Women should be treated equal to men in every aspect of life. Women often face discrimination and harrassment in the workplace, In our military, And even in the household. The only way to change this is each individual must determine to see everyone as equal and stand up to those who do not! I am disappointed that my opponent didn't find this debate interesting enough to follow through. Due to his multiple forfeits, I ask that you guys give your vote to me! Have a wonderful day and Merry Christmas!
Res: The United States should institute a ban on automatic and semi-automatic firearms.

Hello I accept this challenge and look forward to the debate. I being the Con will explain why I think banning semi automatic or fully automatic assault rifles will accomplish nothing. I would like to state that i am for gun control in some regards and believe some regulation can help this nation, however I also believe people miss the mark when they are looking to target semi automatic or fully automatic weapons. I believe that they serve no purpose in the hands of citizens, but I firmly believe a ban will accomplish nothing.
Res: The United States should institute a ban on automatic and semi-automatic firearms.

I am here to advocate for a federal ban on automatic and semi-automatic weapons. Round Rules 1. All DDO civility rules apply. 2. Hyperlinks to sources must be made available at the end of an argument. Conserve your characters. 3. Round 1 is only for acceptance of the rules and definition of terms. 4. Round 2 is for establishing cases. Side Con may rebut Side Pro if he/she has enough characters, but must establish a case of his/her own prior. 5. Round 3 is for clash/rebuttals and rebuilding previous points. 6. In Round 4, the sides are encouraged to crystallize the points of the round into clear reasons why one side or the other won. New arguments are not permitted unless direct responses to points brought up in Round 3. New sources are NOT allowed. However, common knowledge is permissible (i.e. "The Hawley-Smoot Tariff was a bad idea" not "In 2010, 9,251 farms used 1-9 organic acres"). 7. Wikipedia is NOT a source. You may use the links from the Wikipedia page, but Wikipedia is not acceptable. 8. All speeches must be posted within 24 hours. 9. Side Pro has the burden of creating a plan for the proposed ban. 10. Side Con may or may not create a counter-proposal. Voter Rules: 1. An RFD must be given. 2. Do not use outside sources or information in making your decision. Judge purely on the arguments made during the round. 3. Replace the category "Who had better spelling and grammar" with "Who had better organization and structure." 4. Read the entire debate before voting. I know I set up many rules, but I would like a nice, clean round with an opponent ready to debate this topic. Hopefully, Side Con will accept the following definitions. The United States: The Federal Government of the United States Automatic firearms: Firearms allowing for the firing of multiple rounds without multiple clicks of the trigger. Semi-automatic firearms: Firearms allowing for the firing of multiple rounds with multiple clicks of the trigger without pulling back a hammer, safety, or other mechanism after each shot. I eagerly await my opponent's acceptance, and I am looking forward to this round.
xbox 360 is better than ps3

My opponent does not justify the kinect. My opponents cost refutation is poor as that only covers 2 years. Then the costs begin to rise. .. Having more games isn't as much of an upside then having problems as xbox is unreliable. The argument here is on exclusive games, and the PS3 has exclusive games too. My opponent has no stats on this either. . http://us.playstation.com... "37% are considering purchasing a PlayStation 3 over the next 12 months, with Xbox 360 close behind with 34%" . http://www.1up.com... This shows gamers are pretty tied on the issue. The PS3 has a major lead with older gamers. . http://www.vg247.com... My opponents memory claim is wrong. We too have the 320 gig system too. . http://en.wikipedia.org... Also blue ray increases graphics and it allows blue ray discs. This mean Xbox is at a disadvantage. PS goes blue ray and normal disks, Xbox can't. My opponents arguments are wrong.
xbox 360 is better than ps3

360 has the kienet and it is better than the ps3 move.we may not have blue ray but 4 ps3 once u make up your gamertag u can change it but xbox u can the first is free and the second time for 800 microsort points. also xbox has more games than the ps3. also most gamers prefer the xbox. look at http://en.kioskea.net... . pus we have the most memory 320gb.we may not have blue ray but we have HD. also psn had a huge problem recently.
xbox 360 is better than ps3

C1: OnlineXbox on line costs 50$ per year, when you get the Xbox. [1] It is a well known fact people have to pay 50$ per year for Xbox live. Now why is this a problem? It makes the Xbox cost more in the long run, which is a major downside.C2: CostXbox 199-229$ in purchase cost. [2] PS3 299$ purchase cost. [3]---> The point here is the purchase costs are similar, very similar.---> As you have to pay for Xbox live it eventually costs more then the PS3 as your paying 50$ every month. ---> That means Xbox costs more C3: Blue RayThe Ps3 is the ONLY game console with blue ray built in with it. [4] Yes the only one. This is a major downside as now the Xbox cannot obtain the same good graphic quality, therefore a major downside to the Xbox. C4: PS3 = more reliable "A new study on game console reliability confirms the popular attitude that Microsoft's Xbox 360 is the least reliable of the current crop of set top systems. " [5]"42% of all [Xbox] owners have suffered hardware failure. Frankly, it’s unacceptable. Old topic I know but this reminds us what happens when competitors rush to complete we end up suffering. The survey also found that:PS3 failures came to 8%Wii failures came to 1%" [6]This is the worst part of the 360. ---> Xbox costs more, is unreliable, doesn't have as good graphics as the PS3 as it doesn't have blueray, and the PS3 is therefore better. VOTE CON[1] http://xbox.about.com...[2] http://www.walmart.com...[3] http://www.walmart.com...[4] http://us.playstation.com... [5] http://www.pcworld.com... [6] http://thegamingliberty.com...
Becoming a dancer or singer should be encouraged just as much as a doctor or lawyer.

Hi, still kind of a noob at this website, so if I make any casual mistakes, please forgive. Anyways, to be an actor you have to have luck and put in a lot of effect. Its not as easy as it seems. Less than 2% of the us population [http://startupunion.wordpress.com...] is an actor. How are you going to become a 2%? Encouraging becoming a doctor or a lawyer, you can always succeed by how much effort you put in. ~~just a starting argument~~
know=physical experience of now

Pro makes a number of unwarranted assertions and seems to prefer poetry to actual argumentation.At this point I will rest my case on my original 4 arguments:1. The Resolution is grammatically incoherent and so cannot be true. The Resolution is thus negated.2. know and physical experience cannoth be logically equivalent because they are incommensurate. I know things which have no corresponding physical experience and physically experiencing a thing is not the same as knowing it. The physical experience of a burn is not the same as knowing what a burn feels like.3. There are mathematical facts that are knowledge derived from physical experience. my oppnent has conceded that mathematics are true and know=true, so he has conceded that knowledge is not physical experience.4. Knowledge is based on memory and memor concerns past experiences. Thus knowledge is not limited to physical experience of now, it also extends to past physical experience.
know=physical experience of now

your physical body is matter. the blind man dosnt know colour and light, thus he has to imagine it, and imagination is false I don't know=I have to imagine it future=false=imaginary now=true=physical experience past=truth=memory of physical experience I am here now, so I must have gotten here somehow, and the future is unknown, pyramid capstone reflection I know infinity can never be destruction, as infinity has no end, but I can only imagine it, as I cant reach infinity with my physical body, at least the non ending part. math is absolute, so I know math even thou I can only imagine it, know is true, but is defined as physical experience as it is the balancing point between knowledge and belief I know you can never drink 0 sodas, you can drink 1 is possible past=knowledge=truth=destruction(turn my back) experience only happens now, everyday is today, like tomorrow is in my imagination, today now, and its the same when I wake up in the morning after I go to sleep tonight if you are lost in the desert and hungry, and you imagine an apple, do you have 1 apple? physical experience only happens now, there is no, going into the future, I am born now today, as only now is physical to say reality is 5 seconds ahead of my personal physical experience of now is to say reality is 5 seconds ahead of reality I have to remember what happened 5 seconds again
know=physical experience of now

I have no idea what you are saying.. matter is true is it not? your eyes are matter, physical experience is true without my sense im dead, there can be no reality a blind man can not see reality, as he is blind knowledge is truth, not true, truth can only be in the past, and only now is true why does 1+1 equal 2? if I have a pen in my hand, and I put another pen in my hand, I have 2 pens in my hand is true, is what I know, if I imagine 1 more then its 1+1=3 is false, as the answer is imaginary math is true or false, not about the past. knowledge is memory, memory is from experience and experience is now the future and past is information, and my imagination only happens now 0 and 1 is defined by nothing and something, information and matter physical experience only happens now
know=physical experience of now

First, Pro has not refuted any of my 4 opening argument. I only need to win one of them to win this debate, but Pro has ignored all of them.Extend my arguments:1. The Resolution does not present a grammatically intelligible proposition and so cannot be true.2. Physical experience is not identical to knowledge so the logical equivalence presented by the Resolution is implausible. The physical experience of pain does not represent a form of knowledge nor can knowledge of the rules of logic be directly physically experienced.3. Mathematical knowledge does not depend on physical experience, so the Resolution fails. Pro says "math is true or false, not about truth." I do not understand Pro's argument here, hopefull he can clarif in future rounds. I would say that if math can be true, then it is about truth.4. Even if physical experience is the root of all knowledge, knowledge cannot be identical to the physical experience of NOW. We have knowledge of many things we are not currently experiencing, so the Reslution fails.Pro claims that "without physical experience there is no knowing," offers no support for this claim. I argued that knowledge of mathematics does not depend on physical experience. I have no physical experience of derivatives or n-dimensional vectors, but I have knowledge of and about these things.The Resolution states "physical experience of now," meaning Pro must prove that temporally current physical experience is the totality of knowledge. The claim "without physical experience there is no knowing" does not establish this, as physical experience of the past could make up all knowledge.
know=physical experience of now

know=true knowledge=truth so it is the best position without physical experience there is no knowing. I don't know if a position of knowing, as I know I don't know and know is true, know is matter now know is physical experience, knowledge is truth, and truth can only be in the past, while now is true what are you most certain of right now, what your neighbor is doing, or that you are reading these words? certainty=physical experience=objective belief=be lie=doubt=subjective knowledge is truth, and math is true or false, not about truth I am here now, so I must have gotten here somehow, and the future is unknown a blind man can not see reality