I love debates....I can't help but express my opinions...hehe...it's in my nature.
But what good is a debate where everyone agrees? Without opposite views the world (and debates) would be BORING!
As CJ said, debates aren't about winning or losing.....they are mostly about the spectators...the debatees being able to present their position in the best way to the spectators, in order for them to get the most well-rounded idea of the issues.
But debates are nothing without correct information. And, as we've seen on the board, many of us (including me) didn't have all the information in order to make an informed decision on where we stood.....hence, the learning begins.
I think we ALL learn in a debate....and I love to learn....so I guess that's why I love debates so much.
I had no idea about East Timor either.....
Can someone pass me a mocha decaf? Espresso gives me the jitters.
