Well Ellen, think of it a more positive way: we are teaching kids to think logically and critically, to question the source and validity of data used to support arguments. I hope they will be better voters for it!

I was a judge at this tournament and I've got to hand it to these young kids. It takes a lot of courage to stand up in a room full of adults and keep your cool when the other team is arguing hard against you, keep thinking and making your points, listen to the new information, critique it, respond to it, answer the unexpected questions that come in cross-examination, stay poised... all of it is tough, and these kids were super!

It is good to know about programs like this...seems like a great way for kids to learn some excellent skills.

I just worry that we are training a whole new batch of lawyers to be! :)

Go KIDS!! Keep up the great work!!