Positions
2,930 distinct stances on questions in the encyclopedia. Each position aggregates the strongest supporting arguments.
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 was the best releasePosition 8 on Which was the best Call of Duty release?
- Call of Duty: Black Ops was the best releasePosition 4 on Which was the best Call of Duty release?
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 was the best releasePosition 1 on Which was the best Call of Duty release?
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare was the best releasePosition 6 on Which was the best Call of Duty release?
- Call of Duty: Warzone was the best releasePosition 7 on Which was the best Call of Duty release?
- Canada and the Aboriginal Right to Self-Government PolicyPosition 4 on What are the positions on First Nations' Rights?
- Canada's oil sands development should expandPosition 2 on What are the positions on Canada's controversial oil sands project?
- Canada's oil sands development should not expandPosition 1 on What are the positions on Canada's controversial oil sands project?
- Cancel culture is a mythPosition 2 on How do we think about cancel culture?This approach argues that society is always changing, and culture adapts with it. Cancel culture has not emerged from historical power relationships. It has grown out of internet culture, produced by changing public attitudes.
- Cancel culture is critical for democracyPosition 1 on How do we think about cancel culture?This approach argues that cancel culture empowers marginalised groups. It understands that society is built in institutionalised hierarchies that cut across social identities. The de-platforming of offensive views is therefore an important type of activism. Cancel culture has become an important tool to redress these inequalities.
- Cancel culture must be cancelledPosition 3 on How do we think about cancel culture?This approach argues that cancel culture exposes a crisis of individual liberty. It considers freedom of expression to be an inalienable right. Disagreement is being weaponised to silence those who hold unpopular views.
- Cannibalism has only been viewed as unethical in recent timesPosition 2 on Is cannibalism ethical?This position holds that cannibalism has only come to be seen as unethical in relatively recent times. It points to the practice's long history across cultures, continents and millennia — once even believed to cure disease — supported by archaeological evidence of past cannibal societies.
- Cannon-Bard Theory of EmotionPosition 2 on What are the theories of emotion?This position presents the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion, which holds that physiological and emotional responses occur simultaneously rather than one causing the other. It argues, against the James-Lange view, that bodily reactions are too slow and too ambiguous to be the source of emotion.
- Capitalism is badPosition 2 on What are the pros and cons of capitalism?Capitalism ignores peoples' needs, results in wealth inequality, and does not promote equal opportunity. Capitalism also encourages mass consumption, is unsustainable, and provides an incentive for business owners to harm the environment for monetary gain. Capitalism is also ineffective and unstable.
- Capitalism is goodPosition 1 on What are the pros and cons of capitalism?There are many positives of capitalism. Capitalism ensures efficiency because it is self-regulated through competition. It promotes innovation, freedom, and opportunity. Capitalism meets the needs of the people and is beneficial to societies as a whole.
- Captain Kirk is better than Captain Picard in Star TrekPosition 1 on Is Captain Kirk or Captain Picard better in Star Trek?Captain Kirk is the OG captain who is heroic, jumping into action without hesitation. He will do whatever it takes to save the day, even if it means breaking the rules. On the other hand, Picard is too cautious, pretentious, and boring.
- Captain Picard is better than Captain Kirk in Star TrekPosition 2 on Is Captain Kirk or Captain Picard better in Star Trek?Captain Picard is more mature, diplomatic, and handles things with the utmost of care. He is sophisticated, intelligent, and experienced. Meanwhile, Kirk is too impulsive immature, and arrogant for his own good.
- Capturing elite support and then demonizing them tooPosition 3 on What is an autocratic government?
- Capturing the Friedmans is the most controversial documentaryPosition 5 on What is the most controversial documentary ever made?
- Career EarningsPosition 7 on What are the benefits of private schools?
- Cargo involvementPosition 5 on What happened to Malaysia Airlines flight 370?
- Casablanca is the greatest movie of all timePosition 3 on What is the greatest movie of all time?
- Catan is a great gamePosition 3 on Why is Settlers of Catan so popular with millennials?This position attributes Settlers of Catan's popularity simply to its quality as a game. It points to the major awards it has won, such as Germany's Spiel des Jahres, and to a design built on constant strategy, trading and interaction that keeps every player engaged throughout.
- Catching FirePosition 2 on What is the best book in The Hunger Games trilogy?The second installment of the series builds upon the fictional world way beyond the first or third novels. It dives into the elaborate traditions surrounding the Hunger Games and the Capitol. The reader meets characters that are pivotal to the series through the setting of the Quarter Quell.
- Catholic ChristiansPosition 2 on What do Christians believe?Catholicism is the largest branch of Christianity, with an estimated 1.285 billion followers. This overview surveys Catholic worship, holy texts, and core beliefs, along with the role and history of the clergy and the church's political attitudes over time.
- Ceasefire agreement is the most likely next step for Afghan-Taliban peace talksPosition 2 on Afghan-Taliban peace talks: What's next?
- Celie's Reunion in "The Color Purple" is the greatest moment in cinemaPosition 4 on The greatest moment in cinema?
- Charisma makes star qualityPosition 1 on What makes star quality?This position holds that charisma is what creates star quality. It argues that highly advanced social and emotional skills set stars apart, pointing to magnetic figures such as Jennifer Lawrence and Barack Obama as proof that charisma is the decisive ingredient of stardom.
- Chemtrails are causing respiratory illnessesPosition 7 on What are the conspiracy theories about chemtrails?
- Chemtrails are testing biological or chemical agents on a populationPosition 6 on What are the conspiracy theories about chemtrails?
- Chemtrails are used for biological or chemical warfarePosition 5 on What are the conspiracy theories about chemtrails?
- Chief Wiggum is the best Simpsons characterPosition 6 on Who is the best Simpsons character?
- Childbearing is not a moral choicePosition 4 on Is it ethical to have children?The ethics of having children do not exist. Having children is a biological need. Species reproduce because there is an innate desire to have children, namely the “parenting drive.” Besides, in some cases, lack of sex education or unavailability of contraception may produce unplanned children.
- Childhood experiences influences, but does not determine adult behaviorPosition 3 on Do childhood experiences determine behavior in later life?This position takes a middle view: childhood experiences influence adult behaviour without determining it. It argues that adverse early experiences and the quality of early parent-child relationships shape later personality and outcomes, yet leave room for choice rather than fixing one's fate.
- Children should be educated through a middle-ground methodPosition 3 on Should children be homeschooled?This position holds that children should be educated through a middle-ground method, beyond the binary of public school or homeschooling. It argues that alternatives such as online schooling, private schools, and Montessori education can each better meet a particular child's needs.
- China's massive demand for apparel is driving its second-hand fashion marketPosition 1 on What's driving China's burgeoning second-hand fashion market?
- Chinese influencers drive China's burgeoning second-hand fashion marketPosition 2 on What's driving China's burgeoning second-hand fashion market?
- Cho ChangPosition 4 on Who should have Harry Potter ended up with?
- Christian Bale was the best Bat ManPosition 1 on Who was the best Bat Man?
- Christopher EcclestonPosition 4 on Which Doctor Who actor is the best?
- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Mormon ChristiansPosition 5 on What do Christians believe?The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—often called the Mormon church—has over 16 million members. This overview surveys LDS worship, holy texts, and core beliefs, along with their church officers, their history and split from other denominations, and their attitudes to equality.
- Citizen Kane is the greatest movie of all timePosition 2 on What is the greatest movie of all time?
- Civil Disobedience is the best form of protestPosition 2 on What are the best methods of protesting?
- Claims that the US election is rigged are not accurate at allPosition 3 on How accurate are claims that the US election is rigged?Claims that the US election is rigged are not accurate at all. Electoral and postal ballot fraud are often overstated and are very rare. The Trump administration's criticisms of the US election's integrity stem from fears of losing.
- Claims that the US election is rigged are only partially accuratePosition 2 on How accurate are claims that the US election is rigged?This position holds that claims the US election is rigged are only partially accurate. It argues that electoral and postal ballot fraud do occur, but only in isolated, infrequent instances—nowhere near the scale that would be needed to alter a national result.
- Claims that the US election is rigged are very accuratePosition 1 on How accurate are claims that the US election is rigged?Claims that the US election is rigged are very accurate. Electoral fraud, voter suppression, and media bias are just some of the ways certain groups are targeting the US election to rig its outcome.
- Class sizesPosition 1 on What are the benefits of private schools?
- Clay and concrete tiles are the best materials for a roofPosition 7 on What are the best materials for a roof?Clay and concrete tiles are esteemed for their exceptional longevity, aesthetic versatility, and ability to provide natural insulation.
- Climate Change DeniersPosition 2 on What are the positions on Global Warming?Those who think concerns are overplayed and probably motivated by a left-wing agenda. Also those who think the Earth's climate system isn't changing at all (it might even be cooling down). Weather has always been messy and unpredictable anyway.
- Climate Change is a defining issue of our time and its effects are likely to present some of the greatest environmental challenges faced by humans.Position 5 on What are the conspiracy theories about climate change?The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) presents us with empirical and objective scientific information and research, as opposed to theory or speculation.