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Join eligible debates. Look for debates marked “DotM eligible” or in the DotM tab. Anything you debate there counts toward the competition.
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Reach the Top 20. At the end of the month, the 20 debaters with the most votes move to the judging stage. Minimum requirement: 15 total contributions (arguments, feedback, or discussions).
Judging stage. Real judges (debate coaches & educators) select 3–6 extra winners from the Top 20 based on clarity, logic, evidence, creativity, and respectful engagement.
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Can Taxation Be Considered Theft?

The debate over whether taxation can be considered theft originates from classical political philosophy and the emergence of modern nation-states. As governments developed systems...

Flat tax rate for all or progressive taxation?

The debate over flat tax rates versus progressive taxation centers on how governments should collect revenue while balancing fairness, simplicity, and economic impact. A...

Should High Schools Implement Mandatory Financial Literacy Courses?

This conversation has grown since the 2008 financial crisis highlighted widespread economic ignorance. Early initiatives focused on personal finance basics, evolving to comprehensive courses...

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How Debater of the Month Works (Quick Guide)

Join eligible debates. Look for debates marked “DotM eligible” or in the DotM tab. Anything you debate there counts toward the competition.
Earn votes. When people like your arguments or discussions, you earn votes. Discussions become votable after 3 total replies.
Reach the Top 20. At the end of the month, the 20 debaters with the most votes move to the judging stage. Minimum requirement: 15 total contributions (arguments, feedback, or discussions).
Judging stage. Real judges (debate coaches & educators) select 3–6 extra winners from the Top 20 based on clarity, logic, evidence, creativity, and respectful engagement.
Win prizes. Top 5 automatically earn $10 each. Judges award the remaining prize pool to 3–6 standout debaters (including possible repeats from the Top 5).
Get featured. Winners may appear on the home page, newsletter, and social media.

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