DB8 Speech & Debate Academy
Unit 10 · Lesson 2 6 min

Counter-Plans (CPs)

A CP says: 'Don't pass this bill. Pass MINE — it solves better with fewer harms.'

Net benefits

A CP only works if it produces better outcomes than the original bill. List the differences.

Mutual exclusivity

Can both happen at once? If yes, you don't have a real CP — you have an addition.

Quick Check
  1. 1. A CP is only worth running when:

Answer all 1 to check.

Takeaway

CPs are 'mine is better'. Without net benefits, it's just noise.

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