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Bellevue City Council Position 5 Debate: Betsi Hummer vs Janice Zahn

 

Extemporaneous Debate is a popular high-school debate event that involves limited prep time over relevant political, economic, and ethical topics. With thousands of competitors at Nationals, this style emphasizes engaging and concise fact-based argumentation. 

 

Modeled after Extemp Debate, candidates present and defend their campaign priorities in a constructive and fact-based approach. Both had two minutes to present their arguments, two minutes to refute their opponent’s arguments and defend their own, and 1 minute to deliver closing statements. 

 

Following the 2-2-1 format, candidates debated three prepared prompts about housing, transportation, and safety. Following the debate, Betsi and Janice answered questions posed by local high-school students about current issues that are important to youth. Thank you for watching and remember to vote! 

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