BeIR/webis-touche2020 huggingface dataset:
I can not prove that I exist.

org debate. I accept the format of the debate and I accept my opponent's definitions of Exist and Self. My opponent failed to provide a source for the definition of Prove, so I provide a supplementary definition with a source. I also define the words Perceive, Believe, Know, and They. Prove: . http://dictionary.reference.com... 1. to establish the truth or genuineness of, as by evidence or argument: to prove one's claim. 2. Law. to establish the authenticity or validity of (a will); probate. 3. to give demonstration of by action. 4. to subject to a test, experiment, comparison, analysis, or the like, to determine quality, amount, acceptability, characteristics, etc. : to prove ore. 5. to show (oneself) to have the character or ability expected of one, esp. through one's actions. 6. Mathematics. to verify the correctness or validity of by mathematical demonstration or arithmetical proof. 7. Also, proof. Printing. to take a trial impression of (type, a cut, etc. ). 8. to cause (dough) to rise to the necessary lightness. 9. Archaic. to experience. Perceive: . http://www.merriam-webster.com... 1b : to regard as being such Believe: . http://www.merriam-webster.com... 1 a : to have a firm religious faith b : to accept as true, genuine, or real 2 : to have a firm conviction as to the goodness, efficacy, or ability of something 3 : to hold an opinion : think Know: . http://www.thefreedictionary.com... 1. To perceive directly; grasp in the mind with clarity or certainty. 2. To regard as true beyond doubt: I know she won't fail. 3. To have a practical understanding of, as through experience; be skilled in: knows how to cook. 4. To have fixed in the mind: knows her Latin verbs. 5. To have experience of: "a black stubble that had known no razor" (William Faulkner). 6. a. To perceive as familiar; recognize: I know that face. b. To be acquainted with: He doesn't know his neighbors. 7. To be able to distinguish; recognize as distinct: knows right from wrong. 8. To discern the character or nature of: knew him for a liar. They: . http://www.merriam-webster.com... 1 a : those ones —used as third person pronoun serving as the plural of he, she, or it or referring to a group of two or more individuals not all of the same sex b : 1he 2 —often used with an indefinite third person singular antecedent 2 : people 2 —used in a generic sense I eagerly await my opponent's first arguments against my statement "I can not prove that I exist. "
I can not prove that I exist.

My opponent made the claim, "I can not prove that I exist." I would like her to defend this statement. This will be a two round debate, starting in round 2. Round 1 will be used for definitions. Definitions: Exist (http://www.merriam-webster.com...) 1 a : to have real being whether material or spiritual b : to have being in a specified place or with respect to understood limitations or conditions Self 2. The self; the ego. (http://www.thefreedictionary.com...) Prove 1 archaic : to learn or find out by experience 2 a : to test the truth, validity, or genuineness of b : to test the worth or quality of; specifically : to compare against a standard —sometimes used with up or out c : to check the correctness of (as an arithmetic result) 3 a : to establish the existence, truth, or validity of (as by evidence or logic) b : to demonstrate as having a particular quality or worth 4 : to show (oneself) to be worthy or capable
Should socrates have drank the hemlock

Yet Socrates should not have been put in that position anyway because he in fact did not break any law. He simply said that if they were going to convict him and sentence him to death, that there would be others like him. Other to challenge the minds and beliefs of those around them, but he never taught corrupted idea to anyone. Socrates himself said that even if he did "corrupt the youth", it was involuntarily, in which his penalty would have been for him to be instructed for, not death. Voluntary teachings of corrupted ideas are certain of the consequence of the death penalty, however Socrates committed no crime . I conclude with reiterating one of the points I brought up before in which he says that he could've won the trial and been acquitted of his charges, if he had used the art of Sophistry, in which he says he didn't because he wanted to be honest. This means that Socrates accepted the charges, but NOT because he committed the crime but because of what he stood for. He was not trying to die a martyr but that is in fact what he became. Therefore, Socrates was in fact wrongly punished, and shouldn't have had to drink the hemlock, or even put in that position to begin with.
Should socrates have drank the hemlock

I agree with you that he would be accepting consequences of a crime that he did not commit. And that is unfair, but under the Athenian court he was guilty. Socrates obeyed the court and took his punishment knowing that they were wrong and he was not guilty. I also continue to agree with him taking the hemlock. Although it can be considered suicide he drank it so that he would not contradict what he stands for. By committing suicide his actions spoke loud about what he believed in. This is why i believe he was a martyr. All he did was teach his beliefs and he thought he was right by doing so. Some believed he was corrupting the youth with his teachings but he wasn't. He knew he did nothing wrong and he was going to take his punishment knowing that he was innocent. Socrates was all for justice and he would commit and injustice if he disobeyed the court. Escaping prison would confirm to the court that he is guilty. To conclude, Just as Socrates said, "Will you tell them that excellence and justice and institutions and law are the most valuable things that men can have"? If he didn"t drink the hemlock he would negate this statement from The Crito. Escaping prison and not drinking the poison would negate excellence, justice, and the law, the three things that Socrates believed are valuable.
Should socrates have drank the hemlock

By drinking the hemlock, Socrates would have accepted the consequences of a crime that he did not commit. Socrates was not looking to be a martyr and die for what he believed in, but he said that there would be others like him. Also, he spoke of death as a "deep, peaceful sleep" or a "change of place." His meaning of this was that no matter what happened, he would continue to speak his words, while "sleeping soundly'" , through death which would do no physical harm to him anyway.
Should socrates have drank the hemlock

I agree that he did not corrupt the youth, But coming back to my first point he lived in Athens and had to abide by the court decision to punish him by making him drink hemlock. By not drinking it he would dishonor what the court had decided and giving them a reason to accuse him of breaking laws. Socrates became a martyr for what he believed. He practiced what he believed in. By drinking the poison he did not contradict his life in anyway. Not drinking the hemlock would go against his beliefs about justice.
Should socrates have drank the hemlock

Socrates stated that he was not a Sophist, nor a corrupter of the youth, but described himself as a gadfly sent to help the people. Socrates was well aware of his ignorance, in reference to Sophists who proclaimed to know everything, yet they did not. While on trial, Socrates proceeded to ask everyone present if he had corrupted anyone's mind. Plato, among others, spoke out in defense of Socrates stating that Socrates has helped them, but never corrupted their minds or ways of thinking. therefore, Socrates was innocent of the crime of corrupting the youth
Should socrates have drank the hemlock

I agree with the drinking of the hemlock, because during this time period once a young adult turned 18 years of age he had the right to continue living in Athens or to move elsewhere. If the young adult continued to live Athens there was an agreement that he would abide by the rules and standards of the Athenian court including trial by a judge and jury. Socrates decided to continue to live in Athens which was an agreement that he would obey the law. In this case if the court stated that he was guilty, whether or not he committed the crimes he was guilty
Should socrates have drank the hemlock

Socrates himself noted that he could have won the trial and been acquitted of his charges had he practiced the art of Sophistry, yet he chose to speak the truth. He did not try to finesse his way out of the charges against him, though he knew he had committed no crime whatsoever. I chose the negative side of this argument because I don't believe that Socrates should have drank the hemlock, or that he even wanted to because he was of old age. He knew in his mind that he was simply testing the Oracle's vision of him being the wisest man. He set out to find others who were like him, or wiser and made them question certain beliefs, in order to in fact determine whether or not he actually was the wisest man.
Should socrates have drank the hemlock

Purpose of debate is to define our reasons, "Why Socrates should have by drank the hemlock" or the opposite, "Why should he have not drunk the hemlock". R1. Why did we decide to chose our side of the debate. R2. Explanation R3. Rebuttal. R4. Conclusion of each side. Socrates was a man of integrity and never wronged the community of Athens at least not intentionally. Plato referenced a gadfly to demonstrate Socrates stirring up Athens to make them think as a gadfly would sting a horse and irate it into action. His actions of provoking thought are what caused the Athenians to sentence his death by drinking hemlock. I chose the pro side because I believe that Socrates wanted to die. He was 70 years old and decided that it was time. He was given the chance to escaped prison but chose not to. He was a man that believed in justice. The court decided that he was guilty and his punishment was death. Socrates, whether or not they were right was going to obey their orders.
Are gay people equal? I say yes

No, to describe people as unequal (in the sense I used it) doesn't negate equal treatment.Your question was specifically "Are gay people equal?" Not "Should gay people be treated equally?"To the former, I'd say no, as I've explained in R2; 2 ≠ 5, they are unequal.But this debate is about people. With regards to human decency, and the latter question, of course they should be treated equally as our fellow beings. They shouldn't be perceived as Marxist cookie cut-outs.Once you understand the semantic difference, you'll find that we mostly agree with each other. Good luck in the voting period.
Are gay people equal? I say yes

I never said I'd dehumanise gays, I never said I'd make them suffer in any way. I have nothing against them; they're intelligent and are tremendous for birth control (we need to curb overpopulation, right?)'Equality' is a very ambiguous word; sometimes it means a Marxist quotas, sometimes it means fair treatment (what you seem to be talking about) and other times it means equitable :A chess player doesn't have the same skills as a tight rope walker. They are unequal.A homosexual doesn't have the same sexual preference as a straight man. They are unequal.Unequal in the sense that they are different and sometimes incompatible (not that that's is necessarily a bad thing.)We don't have rights, only temporary privileges. give gays the same temporary privileges if you want, I'm not revolting.I hope this clears things up for you. Take it easy in the last round.
Are gay people equal? I say yes

I believe that they are equal no matter what my parents think. They are humans to they were born the way we were, they breath the same air. They just knew what they wanted and who they were and are able to except more things. To be honest some of my friends are gay even my best friend is. It doesn't phase me or make me dis her. She is actually the easiest person to talk to because she is open to new ideas and she is so much more understanding when no one else is.
Contradictions in the Bible

Firstly I think Adam and Eve were civilised because they had an all powerful God all "KNOWING" God who told them who they who they are where they are how to live eg what to do what not to do what to eat what not to eat ect. Maybe so in a physical being it is impossible but in a being that's not a part of us his creation and He is not affected by his creation because if he is he's not God eg a Thomas Edison created the light bulb, what ever happens to the light bulb doesn't affect him because he's not apart of his creation. But the question is what caused it I don't think science can explain why a global flood occurred I think it started when the fountains of the deep broke open jus just like it says in Genesis and my proof for that would be the mid Atlantic Ridge maybe the global flood could be why we have so much coal coal, oil and fossils found all over the world even finding petrified tree's standing in the upright position and petrified clams found on top of mount everest lots of them you can research it up and take a look for yourself. But also why would a flood or any flood happen out of nowhere like that I think God made it happen because the world was full of sin not all bad things happen just because of the weather.
Contradictions in the Bible

First of all, I am not but an atheist. I am for science. I can say that it is impossible that the first humans (Adam and Eve in the bible) were actually civilized. Nor it is possible that there is unlimited energy in one being. If there was the great flood or not, floods are doings of nature, not by God to punish humans. It is all just happening, and nature does it, whether a human does good or bad.
Rap Battle

Ding ding ding, round three, my opponent's-still-standing,-he'llBe bucking at the knees, like components-incompatible, He sees an errors-on-his-screen, and terror-hits-the-scene,Naw Im not in Anonymous, but im "hacking" up his spleneCracked computer screens, is all you get from me,Your raps is so naive, while i make your a$$ remember me!The OG homie put u in your place , don't be phony!Pro is such a coward, now his homies coming for me. I got em all in line of sight, and rappin to this melodyMow em down like bowling time, as accurate as can ever be,Chipmunks flows are multiple syllable lyrical propheciesthese inventions so impressive , even Steven Jobs will copy me,Honestly, i think thats about enough for right nowWe wont see this sucka coming-back-the-next-round.
Rap Battle

I describe illiterates on the mic as a result of low standards for what"s tight This is a verbal art form born from two-hundred thousand laps around our home light. I call them how I see them and what I"m seeing is a thirty-three year old man receiving lessons taught from perspectives that exceed beyond his comprehension. He subconsciously outlined his response to coincide with statements that I previously launched. Now that I know this monkey"s basic pulling his strings will become routine Let"s see which route he takes inside my matrix in hopes to of capturing his dream. Face it, you"ve already proven, you"re getting old, rusty, and that you're influenced easily. At this point you are nothing more than a nuisance bound to annoy society I hope you get the hint, expressed throughout my speech save yourself embarrassment and toss the towel in round three
Rap Battle

The only way I win is if u give me lines to spit? uh, someone give this boy a timex, so he can figure out what time it is, Pound for pound round 2-this is , not a drill, u worried b? Ya should b tho im not a terrorist, ull b in a state of emergency Certainly, Im rusty, im already turnin 33 Been six years since my last bong, ive stropped burning trees. even joints, Honestly.... But now this boy be docking points cuhz he thought we compete in spelling bees?! Let me guess, he's twenty three, ten years under me, Too young to see the complexity driven deep within my subtle beats. U can feel the steady rhythm of my verbal accappella Every word is structured, but victims vertebraes dismembered I dont even rhyme and i rhyme , this white boys get ice like vanilla And I just ate his gourmet delicacies, like i live up in the villas, Give a middle finger to His face, i want the audience to join me In laughin his a$$ off stage, because he was so obviously disappointing Yes Im just human, but i guess pro is taking the animal route, silent Like i Burned him with the words i took from right out of his mouth.
Rap Battle

You arrived on the scene jaw-jabbering, hollering sloppy disjointed speech. You can't spell, and your rhyming is weak. I'd suggest two bong rips to help you with relaxation It's going to take a minute for you to grasp this information Your brain is a computer that controls your every function, I don't need guns cause I'll trigger your destruction through carefully placed words with subliminal instructions you'll do what I want you to because you are a human. The time has come for you to buckle down and surround yourself with reality, the only way you're going to win this one is if I give you a line to spit to me Honestly did you think you could compete with the gourmet delicacy that is formed every time I speak? I leave pistol toting pete's dreaming of release from the submission hold I hold them in mentally. My words have a tendency to keep on ringing long past the time you congratulate me for winning
Rap Battle

Situations turning dire Pro is graspng for his mic Behold, pro", doesnt wana die but was asking for this fight Like Tactics in the night, i infiltate the debate forum, Why's he bring pastic knives to gun fights, this kid is brain retarded, I didnt need 3 days, i bring your temple down in seconds, Only needing wordplay to disassemble all your weapons, And my methods is a lesson, Cuz Pro's dyslexic, Sh! t this rappin's no profession, but it surely is a blessing, Been while since i put a peon in his place But i still got the skills to make em disappear without a trace Caps get peeled like i carry .38s Pro is running late n Wont show up for round 2 of this debate. .. nikka
Rap Battle

I feel you bro. Makin money aint ea-say, ya sweat to get paidfeel like im getting played, on yesterday's wage,Cant-'member-the-days, when a glass-of-lemonade,Cost me alil less thana ,,,buck and some change. Cuhz at the rate of this ....fucked up infla~tion ,,, annually 80k ,,,,will barely even pay ,,,, for all those holiday vaca,~tions, its not how much you make but how you spend the day. U can live in moms basement, iwont count that against you Would you count it against your brother just because his rent's due? Let this be a lesson to you youngin, verbal preaching from the chip monk Now these weapons gunninn for ya, cuhz i heard you speak to sickcunts, I rip one, like-im-passing-gas, fuchuh passin out while im lauging-at-his- a$$ Practice-at-the pad, all day and night Get on those knees n maybe , God'll make it right, Bless my enemies, even when they threaten me And all theyll ever be....is a bad memory.
Rap Battle

Damn, working 60 hour weeks this early in the spring has really taken it's toll on me Between cooking, sleeping, and pushing this boulder up the mountain, I lost track of time and let slip my grip on the 4th round. At least, I'm basking in the spoils of conformity. Normally making around 80 grand annually At the age of 20 I've got my whole life made. More money than I need and more friends than a king What else could I ask for beside some solitude and peace? With plans to live life underground I don't worry about the petty problems of surface dwelling species. I'll give you credit for having a vocabulary that stretches beyond the regular, ordinary. But to call my raps naive and my character fake shows a lack of education for who you're callin' phony Mastering the hollering of potent speech that you spew towards your enemies will be the first thing that will help you succeed. However, these people will vote for whoever they please. Just know you'll always be less than me Peace out sickcunt
Gay Marriage

I would like to point out that marriage is just a label. A marriage only exists if people acknowledge that a bond between to people and/or things is a marriage. By saying that someone has a "right to marriage" you are saying that person has the right to have others acknowledge his or her bond as a marriage. People do not have this right, because it would violate others' rights to choose not to recognize your bond as a marriage. Having others recognize your bond as a marriage is a privilege, not a right, thus it can't be the case that homosexuals or anyone else should have the right to marriage. So all my opponent's arguments that state marriage as being a right are incorrect.
Gay Marriage

Regardless, the government and there affiliation/involvement in marriages of all kinds is a different topic. I am making my case on the fact that everyone else has the "Right to Marriage and Family" except for homosexuals. This doesn't make the case that the government is fully involved with marriage. I am agreeing with you in the sense that the government should not have any say in marriage, but the reality is that they do have little say and I am fighting for the right for homosexuals to have the right to marry. I believe that the government should add homosexuality to the "Right to Marriage and Family"
Rone Paul Will Not Win the 2008 Election

You know what...this all makes sense. EVERY straw poll Ron Paul won, no matter WHAT site it comes from, is flawed. However, when Ron Paul loses, that is a sign that it is working fine. Is that what you are saying? And where do you get off saying I've dropped all my points? You come out with the stupid argument that Ron Paul supporters are cheating in the online polls, what do I argue to that, "Well Dr.Paul wants to get out of Iraq". NO! I argue that you are claiming all online polls that Ron Paul wins are flawed. Don't deny it because you said it in round 2. I also like your comment saying that I would just be voting for myself. Very smart, ever think it would work in your direction too?
Rone Paul Will Not Win the 2008 Election

Well, first off, this debate is about whether or not Ron Paul will win the 2008 Election. You dropped all your points, and basically agreed with mine. Secondly, not all online votes are flawed, just the ones susceptible to online spamming (of which your straw polls are part of). Thirdly, I was never arguing that debate.org was or wasn't an accurate representation of the arguments. However, it would be prudent to note that debate is an educational process, and I wouldn't care whichever way the debate goes. I am in the debate to find out if there are any concrete reasons why Ron Paul could be the next president. If you have some that aren't flawed, than put them forward, and I will gladly revise my stances. Lastly (another response to your point), one user cannot flood this website with votes, or atleast I do not know how to. This site is fundamentally different from online polls because in an online poll, if my friend votes for Ron Paul (or whoever) than there is nothing wrong with it. Also, I'd like to believe that my friends have the moral integrity to vote for the winner, the one who presented his points more persuasively. Thus far in the debate, I'd say it was me because of several things. I have extended my arguments, responded to yours, and you have dropped all of mine. Therefore, I think it is not a logical leap to suggest that, under the arguments presented in today's debate (taking into account ONLY these arguments), Ron Paul will NOT be the president come 2009. It is important to use only the arguments in today's debate because that is what debate is about. If it weren't based off that, it would be more prudent to have a poll asking the question. All in all, it has been an engaging debate, and I hope you continue to post logically sound arguments to hone my opinions on Dr. Paul. Thank you for your time.