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Atheism is the default position

We are talking about atheism, not agnosticism. The debate is: "Atheism is the default position"My opponent falsely claims, "These are two distinct categories that cannot be grouped. " Atheism and agnosticism are not mutually exclusive. In other words, you can prove a baby is agnostic, but that still has NOTHING to do with whether a baby is an atheist or not. The baby, could, in fact, be an agnostic atheist (both). They can be grouped. My opponent is trying to shift the burden of proof by asking "Do we have any proof that a baby is incapable of believing in a god? " You don't prove a negative. You must prove the baby is capable, in order to win this debate. The lack of proof that a baby is incapable, isn't proof that babies are capable of believing in a god. For the assertion that, "babies are capable of believing in a god", to be true, the baby would have to first have an understanding of what a god is. I invite my opponent to prove by scientific means, that a baby can comprehend what a god is and then choose to believe in it. Without that proof, he has lost this debate. Instead, he admits "We do not know what a baby might know"The fact that my opponent admits, "Baby is a blank slate, knowing nothing and not having opinions on anything. "PROVES that the baby lacks the belief in a God, which by our agreed upon definition, makes the baby an atheist. We agreed upon a definition of atheism. Atheism is "The Lack of the Belief in a God"Now my opponent wants to re-define what we agreed upon by claiming, "An atheist is someone who is sure that there is no god. "Lacking the belief in a god doesn't make you sure of it. An atheist, under the agreed upon definition, doesn't claim there is no god. They aren't making any claims at all. My opponent is trying to cheat by agreeing to one definition and then attempting to change the definition agreed upon, half way through the debate! My opponent also falsely claims "they (babies) don't have enough evidence to declare themselves an atheist"The LACK of a belief does not require anything. That's why atheism is the default position. You are an atheist before you declare yourself anything. You don't need evidence to call yourself an atheist. My opponent failed in this debate. He falsely assumed that atheism and agnosticism were mutually exclusive terms and tried to prove a baby is agnostic. Since the terms are NOT mutually exclusive, proving a baby to be agnostic or not has no bearing on whether the baby is an atheist or not. Proving a baby to be agnostic does NOT prove a baby is not an atheist. My opponent also tried to re-define the agreed upon definition of atheism. My opponent also admitted that "Baby is a blank slate, knowing nothing and not having opinions on anything. " By admitting that, he has lost the debate. If a baby knows nothing, it lacks the belief in a god, which makes the baby an atheist, proving atheism is the default position.
Atheism is the default position

I negate. The whole basis of my opponents one and only argument is that because children are born without a belief in a god, they are automatically atheists. Here are 2 rebuttals to my opponents argument. (The burden is on the affirmative to prove the resolution true beyond a reasonable doubt). Rebuttal 1: We do not know what a baby might know. Simple as that. Do we have any proof that a baby is incapable of believing in a god? Babies everywhere know who their mother is, and often respond to their voice in a calm way (their voice calms them down). The child gives the mother their unconditional love and trust, and isn't that the exact same as what people do in a religion? And even if you still aren't persuaded by my rebuttal, here is Rebuttal 2: Children are agnostic, not atheists. An agnostic is someone who does not know whether or not a god exists. An atheist is someone who is sure that there is no god. These are two distinct categories that cannot be grouped. Baby is a blank slate, knowing nothing and not having opinions on anything. They simply do not know. That is what an agnostics belief is, that there could be a god, but they don't have enough evidence to declare themselves an atheist or a theist either way. Thank you.
Catholic Christians are likely wrong

Hello Joe. You're doing two debates that are almost identical, aren't you? I wonder why.Here's the other one. http://www.debate.org...Socialpinko is a good and experienced debater, but I'm new, so the debates should be quite different. 1. Well, yes. That’s the whole point. If a man were born of a non-virgin it would be unremarkable and we wouldn’t have heard of it. 2. It can’t be proven. That’s where faith comes in. 3. The reason why Catholics don’t believe in other religions’ gods is because they take guidance from the Pope. Can that be the same as your reason? 4. Actually, there is pretty clear evidence that Jesus did exist as a historical figure. If you don’t forfeit next round, I will go to the effort of listing some of it. 5. Life is unfair, but life exists. 6. I know. It’s so cruel. However, I don’t see how it makes it less likely. Lots of things are cruel that exist. 7. Yes. Speaking of unfair, though, I have always found it unfair that scientific-rationalists insist on a scientific process of argument when discussing the existence of God. If only religious argument was used to discuss the existence of science, it would be equally unsatisfactory. 8. That’s right. Again, the Bible isn’t a scientific document. It’s a religious and historical text. 9. You wouldn’t believe in invisible smurfs and you don’t believe in god. Neither of those is compelling evidence that Catholic Christians are wrong. 10. God moves in mysterious ways. See 2. 11. See 8
Catholic Christians are likely wrong

1. Catholic beliefs are absurd. For example, the concept of believing a man was born of a virgin is unrealistic. 2. Pretty much every Catholic response to an Atheist argument is as well questionable. For example, "evil in the world comes from Satan from when evil triumphed over good." To that I'd say prove it. 3. I don't believe in your god for the same reasons you don't believe in other religion's gods (I'll elaborate in response). 4. Overwhelming evidence that Jesus didn't exist (tell me why you think he exists...). 5. It's unfair to say that every time the Bible doesn't make sense it's allegorical and every time it does make sense it's true. That is like saying the Bible is the word of god except when it's not. 6. Nobody deserves to go to hell for eternity (not even Hitler), especially for making human mistakes... because we are only human beings. 7. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence... which of course there isn't any of. 8. Christians can't prove the Bible is allegorical, but just take it as that because literally it doesn't make sense. 9. You can't disprove anything there isn't proof of. So don't say you can't disprove god... you also can't disprove invisible smurfs but I wouldn't believe in it. 10. There is evil in the world (tell me where evil came from). 11. All these beliefs come from a book that's history is very questionable. Try to respond to each of these if you can
Gay Marriage does not effect others.

You have an interesting response. 1. Look at the statistics. Half of the AIDS/HIV population is found in the gay community. First of all, children of gay couples have a higher chance of becoming homosexual.[1] An increase of the gay population will thus increase the rate of HIV/AIDS as well as additional health issues. In Canada, "gay/bisexual men have a life expectancy 20 years less than the average man."[2] Even if my statistics on health issues increasing are false, (which I don't believe they are) then still the government will inevitably increase the funding for AIDS research, having a financial effect upon society. It has already done so on several occasions and in several countries. 2. "Just because homosexual's share the same right's of marriage..." What same rights? At least in America, everyone has the same rights as everyone else. Marital anarchy is a strong word, and I don't think its the right word. While marital anarchy is something that may occur, I don't think it has in this Netherlands case. "A better explanation for that 31% increase in the Netherlands is a generational difference, along with a growing rate of atheism in the nation." First of all, it was after gay marriage that this very sharp rise occurred. There is good reason to believe that this legalization had an effect on the young people and everyone else for that matter. Also, you argue that there is a correlation with atheism. I didn't know atheists were any more likely to have sex out of marriage than anyone else. Secondly, I think this is a better argument for my position as gay marriage is often a stance of atheists. Thus the increase of atheism likely influenced same-sex marriage, which in turn influenced the purpose of marriage. This is all speculation of course, but the point is the statistic itself and what it entails. 3. Your response is a red herring. Firstly, we're not talking about racism which is a completely separate issue. Secondly it does not change the influence, whether good or bad, of gay marriage on education. Abolishing racism had an effect on society did it not? 4. Give me some legitimate sources on this that refute my source, and I will concede this point. Also, gay couples will receive new benefits from the government which will in turn cost society. I will not argue that there is anything wrong with this, but it obviously affects society. The points I have made are not outrageous consequences of gay marriage, nor are they necessarily against gay marriage. According to the resolution, I must prove that gay marriage will have an effect on society and other people. I don't know what this "normal realm" you speak of is. I defend that my arguments, which may not be what you expected to hear, are legitimate. At the end of your response, you call me a bigot for no reason that I can see. Please explain why I am a bigot. [1] http://www.drtraycehansen.com... [2] http://www.renewamerica.com... http://www.massresistance.org...
Gay Marriage does not effect others.

Reponses: 1. HIV/AIDS increases have no correlation to gay marriage rights. Not sure where your going with that one. 2. Just because homosexual's share the same right's of marriage does not mean that marital anarchy will ensue. A better explanation for that 31% increase in the Netherlands is a generational difference, along with a growing rate of atheism in the nation. 3. The same thing used to happen with 'Separate but Equal' racial issues... now isn't that alittle outdated? 4. Lobbyists give money to every prominent group; this is not an oddity. It is not government tax money either. I'm disappointed that those were the only points you could muster up to prove that gay marriage effects other people. Having kid's think about social issues in school has no impact on them outside the normal realm. You are a bigot.
Gay Marriage does not effect others.

According to the resolution, I must present any evidence that gay marriage affects people (other than those being married) and society whether or not the effects are adverse. Instead of looking to arguments of what may happen if made legal, I will take situations where gay marriage is already legal and show that gay marriage affects other people and society in general. Public Health Let's take Massachusetts and observe the health consequences of same-sex marriage in this state. Surprisingly, the rates of HIV/AIDS have increased considerably.[1] Public funding to deal with HIV/AIDS rose to $500,000 in 2008.[2] In addition to public health, citizens will be paying for this increase of HIV/AIDS and thus it affects them (especially if healthcare is socialized). Increase of out-of-wedlock births In the netherlands, the legalization of same-sex marriage coincided with a sharp increase of out-of-wedlock births nearly doubling to 31% in 2003. [3] An explanation is that the meaning of marriage became vague, seemingly due its restructuring, and instead of marrying, people just had sex. Procreation was no longer associated with marriage. Effect on public schools It has been noted in U.S. states and other countries such as the UK [4] that since the legalization of gay marriage, children are being taught views on marriage that can often be different than those their parents teach. Obviously this may not necessarily be wrong or bad, but regardless of differing opinions, it is still affecting children and education. Government mandates I already touched on some of the health effects that will cost American citizens. Since same-sex marriage was made 'legal', legislature in such states have now given tax money to homosexual activist groups. [5] I hope everyone has seen that gay marriage obviously has effects on society and people. Whether or not these effects are detrimental to society is irrelevant, however I believe they are detrimental. In fact I also foresee many worse effects such as a destruction of marriage and sex. However, I cannot have certain knowledge that this will happen and that is why I do not use this as an argument in this debate. I cannot see my opponent winning this debate as I have given sound observations instead of simply using reasoning. [1] http://www.kaisernetwork.org... [2] http://www.massresistance.org... [3] http://www.weeklystandard.com... [4] http://www.bbc.co.uk... [5] http://www.massresistance.org...
Rap battle

I hear everyone is hurtin left and right. No one is there to tell em its gon' be aight! So I do my best to reply with what I write, Let 'em know that I'm here and don't needa fight. I got' em held down to hold em real tight. No wonder, its cuz they done missed the beautiful light! Jesus, can only show em the way of His Might! They runnin fear through they veins cause they cain't bite. "I am the way the truth and the life"... dis be true even tonight!Sendin prayers like you on a breezin flight.We walkin' by faith and not by sight! Holy is the Lamb who is to come shinin' real bright! Let em not flow on to a mind of quick abright. Let us lift His Name, Let us praise His Name! Holy Holy Holy is He worthy of all our praise! So hear me out all who's listenin to me! I know you hurtin, but I wanna help you see. NO this ain't about how far you can be.You life is on the line here so don't cut it free. It ainta bout your prettiful glee... Jesus is the only way so stick to Him like a flee. He not gon' letcha down, that ainta part of He. So come with and join the sayin' of WE... Let us lift His Name, Let us praise His Name! Holy Holy Holy is He worthy of all our praise!
Rap battle

Prophetic descriptions can you see these depictions? Of a perfect world that God, the designer will create, no restrictions What i mean by that is that God will be glorified, infinity I like how Godchooseslife wrote with a font so elegant for God she works spiritually n' professionally cuz for him, she represent If i was this spritual, i'd be this lyrical tha world is spherical, so this order allows for a miracle Jesus came as a man as the last Adam from the first Lived in righteousness, he died to free man from the curse So bring those who think they the best to the worst all shall be judged before Christ, the king of the universe Good n' evil, we all equal, don't do penance grace is earned, bring fruits meet for repentance he who lacks faith in one Lord, he shall receive the death sentence Repent now, all who seek remission God comin' back as John received the vision We know that God is unified: Father, Son, Holy Ghost but Jesus is the most exalted, let earth n' heaven bow down, all it's host e'eryone has it's own conscience, Jew n' Gentile so if you sin, God's got ur name on file Jesus is the husband, we are his wife cuz of his atonement, that's why Godchooseslife
Rap battle

So many changes and so little time. I hear my name called while I throw a dime. NO, this ain'ta perfect flow of rhyme. Jesus done came, died and rose with a chime. Yeah, my sin gets the best of me like a sour lime. Going off emotions as a motioned mime. Repentance is a must, or I, too will run outta time. My friend here, spittin these verses too, but I’m… Weak and weary of the tiresome sins, but I needa climb. Just like my opponent a prince to God, so must I be a hime. Sin finds people out and comes out lookin like yucky slime! We can pray to God because He is the best way for us to kime. No other deserves our praises! Because He is the beatstly prime! Nah, our debts been paid at the Cross, so He don’t see our past crime. So let’s stay true with His grace and flow with His clime!(Sorry its short. Was running outta time.)
Rap battle

So Godchooseslife wrote a nice poem full of spirituality the nails in Messiah's hands, forgiveness is a reality Slayin' was my 1st priority, now i'm liftin' up holy hands Raisin' God's lamb is a way of meetin' with these demands Judas hanged himself, a heart fulla pain n' remorse If only he had focused on Jesus, things woulda changed course A man who bears the burdens on his shoulders'll come crashin' Cuz 1 savior took all the world on his back just as it was gettin' it's slashin' Body thrashin', no sinful human can feel complete understandin' for his fellow cept' the son of man, God incarnated, who took eye for eye, blow for blow Release my soul from torment as i look upon this cross n' watch his blood flow Lord knows, we feel the pain, the stain of sin, like Martin Luther strugglin' in a world of being righteous, but being chased by the seducer I fear only one God, but not in the way that you think Even though Satan may be pushin' me to the brink Tryna brand my sins upon my flesh, vinegar to drink til i breathe in these fumes n' i awake to the stench, the stink I can't keep dwellin' within this lifestyle or else to a hell, i'll sink The Bible says whoever calls upon his name shall be saved My feet upon this earth, but i know my name in heaven, fore'er engraved God is a sanctuary for the righteous and maybe for those who are in sin that is...if they want to be delivered of all evil before they get locked in the pen In the Bible, God showed his everlastin' love to Israel, so we know it ain't neva changed That's why when the prodigal son comes to the father, he will never be estranged
Rap battle

I’m Prayin Hard Just I can't stand my life right now within me. It's like my mind is shot dead so that I cannot see. I feel this pain hit my heart like it's supposed to be. But I can't move on, no, I can't even be free! Seems like I'm held captive to my sin. Oh what a mess I've become to Him. He sees plainly everything that's within. It's like I've become a fish with no stable fin. It's so wrong in every way! It's killing me inside cause it's become my day. Tears wanna run down my cheeks as I cry in pray! God please, forgive this heart, oh please, if you may! More words are coming out as I write in here! But I don't understand how this is helping you hear? Am I even coming close you, am I even near? Oh the thought of being away from you God brings me to fear! Create in me a clean and new heart! Renew a right spirit within me as a new piece of art! Chisel my soul, break it down with a pointed dart! I need you God, your the guider and I'm the cart! Oh God, I'm hurting! I need you badly! I can't pretend that I'm alright! It's hurting me inside out! How long must I go on? Ima write more to this! It's not like I'm askin for someone for a kiss. Chea it's so true, that God can wis! Not even a dear close friend or family member can hear my hiss! I seek affection but has it been in the rightful places? Maybe not so, oh how can this be put seen on many faces? Wretched soul; see what you've done, only caused sin to run many races! No more runnin no more hidin, time to set it off! Time to let go of things that hinder me to cough! Of what though, but of the inner boff! Psh, yeah, time for you to move on away from your desire of toff! Hearin my words flow from inside out. I do wanna, just make this a shout! Even though it hurts I don't wanna go into a pity pout! Tis my fault, no one else to blame for my ignorance, but I pray to give My God the lout! He is is gracious, merciful and mighty to save! My sin finds me out and tosses with a raging wave! My heart yearns for nothing more than to learn to behave. May my life be of a clearness from His Spirit of lave! Oh God, I'm hurting! I need you badly! I can't pretend that I'm alright! It's hurting me inside out! How long must I go on?
Rap battle

Yo! You just stepped in a world of pain with nothin' to gain If you looked at the signs and omens, there'd be nothin' but rain Tears fallin' from the sky, like someone's goin' to die If you sought supernatural help, it'd still be another failed try But lets see what kind of rap power you can strike at me like Pikachu Btw, any n' everything you say n' do can n' will be used against you! Yo' name is so ironic, Godchooseslife? The Bible says "multiply n' fill the earth.." No man, you not a wife I smell fear in you, pray to God for a second chance Dang, with a pic like that, it look like you ready to dance Woah, didn't know that you rolled like that! you better off makin' me a burrito n' callin' it wrap! Not rap, face this fact, your words can't throw me back When i'm through with you, God will have to make another Eve from another rib Let God breath in life into you, take you back in the day, when you were a baby in a crib Best wishes to me! I don't wish, i got the God of the universe on my side! Got this woman supportin' me, if Satan threw lies at me, that'll be why they fried! You got a Bible? Get some real spiritual strength, turn to Proverbs 30 Heart's clean, but i don't mind gettin' my hands dirty! forget this rap battle, Jump up n' say Hallelujah! Diss me n' i'll shame you, yo' momma'll walk like she neva knew ya!
Resolved: U.S. Birthright Citizenship should be abolished

My opponent didn't attack my points, therefore they stand. Also, he didn't defend his arguments, therefore they fall. 1) Illegal aliens with American children are not deported actually because they don't want to split up the families. . According to Charles Wood of the Harvard Journal of Law and Public Policy, "One former United States Attorney for the San Diego region was quoted recently as saying that he can recall no case in the last ten to fifteen years where the illegal alien parents of a U.S. citizen child were deported." 2) Since many of the people in Mexico are in poverty, like you say, don't they come to America to improve the quality of life for themselves AND their children? 4?) The status quo for people coming into the United States is to take a test, that doesn't meant that the children of U.S. citizens would have to take a test if birthright citizenship was abolished. As long as we are making assumptions here, I could say that we will move to a system of jus sanguenis were citizenship is passed through the parents. So children of illegal aliens will be illegal aliens and children of U.S. citizens will be U.S. citizens.
Resolved: U.S. Birthright Citizenship should be abolished

1. Illegals parents are deported.2. Uhm... helo there is a drug war in Mexico and according to CNN it has left 1/5 of the population in poverty. whcih means there will be millions flocking toward the border to seek saftey.4. That is the status quo that you must take a test to become a citizen and guess what it costs $567 to take the test and I'm sure most of the people flocking toward the border and U.S. citizens don't have that much lying around.