How to Win a Debate

There are loads of ways to win a debate. But the first and foremost way is to make sure that you are always right. Stake out the ground you passionately believe in and defend it. But, when you are planning on attacking a position, you need to be able to extend the debate past case v. case -- have a broader view. More, when on the Con, or Neg, of an argument, all you need to do is to disprove the resolution. On the Pro, or Aff, you must defend the Resolution.

Here's a nice clip from Thank You for Smoking that helps frame the debate: