Positions

Homeopathy has positively transformed the lives of millions of people around the world, and its benefits are well recorded within the people who adhere to it in all of its many facets.

Homework only serves to stress out students and shows that the educational system is flawed, as relevant material is being saved for after-class hours, and students are expected to learn material without teachers.

This position holds that human cloning should be banned. It argues the practice endangers social order and human integrity, that it is medically unsafe and unethical, and that it could give rise to a new form of racism based on genetic origins.

This position holds that human extinction would be a tragedy. It argues that humanity's loss would doom many other species that depend on us, that it would extinguish humankind's vast unrealised potential, and that humans benefit the Earth in ways no other species does.

This position holds that humans are responsible for climate change. It argues that human activity is the main source of the pollution driving it — above all carbon dioxide emissions from burning fossil fuels, alongside other forms of pollution that warm the planet.

This position holds that Hunter Biden's actions reflect directly on Joe Biden's campaign. Its arguments draw on the precedent of past email scandals, and contend that Hunter's role on the board of Ukraine's Burisma created a conflict of interest implicating his father's integrity.

Multicultural societies will often disagree on how to run themselves. Protecting people’s rights to hold and express different views, and openness to criticism and rebuttal, are crucial for the benefits of multiculturalism to be realised.

This position holds that incrementalism works. It argues that incremental, step-by-step progress is the basis of effective negotiation and of change itself — and that it is the only realistic way actually to achieve policy reform in a complex world.

This position holds that India is already a global superpower. It points to the country's achievements in technology — the Indian Space Research Organisation among them — and to its national defence capabilities as evidence that India has earned superpower status.

This position holds that individual opinions are valuable. It argues that independent thought is what drives the world forward, and that each person's views contribute to a healthy diversity of perspectives, enriching debate and broadening collective understanding.

This position holds that inflation is understated. It argues governments have a vested interest in low headline figures, that the underlying data is largely theoretical, that quality adjustments mask real price rises, and that official indices fail to reflect everyday reality.

This position holds that central banks should target 2% inflation, as it provides monetary stability. It argues that a small positive target leaves a buffer against deflation — which central banks struggle to combat — and that low, stable inflation helps the economy run efficiently.

Intersectionality is the new caste system as it places labels on people and introduces divisions between them. It promotes an individualistic politics where debate is shut down, where the identity of the speaker is more important than what they say.

This position holds that Ireland should be united into a single nation with no land border. Its arguments range from streamlining the economy and responding to Brexit, to claims that British rule was never legitimate and that Ireland is one nation most of whose people support unity.

Hamilton's financial plan was instrumental in establishing political and economic stability across the young nation. It successfully achieved its aims by laying the foundation for the emergence of a thriving and prosperous modern economy.

As schools have evolved, they have incorporated learning techniques and disciplinary practices that appeal to the ways female students learn and reward their strengths.

This position holds that state control of social networks is a sensible way to curb trolling and abuse. It argues that state involvement could limit anonymous users engaging in illegal activity online — and that requiring user authentication makes people take responsibility for what they post.

The benefits of having a child outweigh the costs. Even though childbearing comes with an environmental cost, its contributions to economic growth and human welfare are remarkable. Therefore, according to utilitarianism, it is ethical to have children.

In times of pandemics, importance of functioning of delivery services is as vital as the work of healthcare system, police service etc. This is because delivery workers provide people with things they need in order to stay home, which is crucial in combating the spread of the virus.

This position holds that it is ethical to stockpile groceries during the pandemic. It argues that you have a right to protect yourself and your family — that you do not owe it to strangers to ensure their needs are met — and that stockpiling is a reasonable, instinctive response to crisis.

This position holds that abusing the environment is immoral. Drawing on various philosophies, it argues we have a duty to care for the planet—that nature has intrinsic value, that protecting it realises our full potential and secures humanity's survival, and that exploiting animals resembles racism.

This position holds that it is offensive for sports teams to use Native American mascots. It argues that such mascots are a form of racist cultural appropriation — spreading harmful stereotypes, carrying painful historical baggage, and damaging the self-esteem of young Native Americans.

This position holds that it is acceptable to punch Nazis. Its arguments contend that those targeted by Nazi ideology, not outsiders, may judge how to resist it; that fascists operate outside democratic norms; and that Nazism is a genuine danger that may be met with force.

There is nothing inherently wrong with the phrase "All Lives Matter" and it can be shared to show equality in the world.

Teaching theatre virtually grants a broader range of students the opportunity to engage with the art form. Most importantly, remote teaching is the safest option amid a pandemic.

With no vaccine to combat the virus, we are left with only one option: Adapt and learn to live with the virus. Coronavirus isn't going away any time soon. We should get used to the changes in our daily lives which promote Coronavirus safety by wearing masks, practicing personal hygiene, and keeping social distance. Only by accepting Coronavirus' presence in our world will we be armed with the tools to combat it.

Parliament is the master of its own fate and as the leader of the majority party in parliament, Boris Johnson was well within his rights to bring the longest parliamentary session in history to a close.

This position holds that you should give money to beggars because of how it makes the giver feel. It argues that acts of kindness benefit the giver as much as the recipient: studies on the 'helper's high' show generosity triggers good feelings, reduces stress, and can even lengthen life.

This position holds that it is fine to wear fur. It argues fur is no different from the many other animal products woven into daily life—no worse than eating meat or wearing leather—and that the modern fur industry is far less cruel than it once was.

This position holds that Jack did have to die at the end of Titanic. It argues the freezing water would have killed him before any plan worked, that terror and cold prevented calm problem-solving, that the panel would sink under two, and that his death was a necessary artistic choice.

This position holds that Jews are white. It argues the only condition for whiteness is being white, that many Jews are objectively and are commonly perceived as white, and that skin colour is not a distinguishing factor setting Jewish people apart from other white populations.

This position holds that Joe Biden would be a good president. Its arguments cite his pledges to steer America toward a greener future, protect immigrants and LGBTQ+ rights, lead the country out of the Covid crisis and economic slump, and repair the damage of the Trump years.

Young children should not be exposed to junk food. It primes them for a lifetime of unhealthy eating habits, setting into motion a chain of events that will eventually lead to health problems, weight gain, and could even lead to an early death. Junk food should be banned for children. Healthy eating habits need to be established early so that when children grow up, they can make informed decisions about their health and diets.

This position holds that kids should play Minecraft. It argues the game benefits children's development and has huge educational potential—improving spatial awareness and problem-solving, teaching resource management, and promoting creativity—all while remaining genuinely entertaining.

This position holds that language influences worldview. It argues that the structure and vocabulary of the language a person speaks shape how they perceive reality—an idea linked to linguistic relativity, with some claiming language even dictates thought.

This view suggests that ways of living will fundamentally change after the pandemic is over. What is 'normal' now shall be drastically different to what is considered 'normal' in the post-pandemic world.

This position holds that lying can sometimes be justified. It argues that deception is at times needed to protect privacy and safety, that prosocial 'white lies' spare others' feelings and preserve relationships, and that lying to shield loved ones from harm can outweigh strict honesty.