ASIAN PARLIAMENTARY DEBATE MOTIONSPOLITICS 1) TH supports Federalism 2) TH supports the secessionist Bangsamoro 3) THBT strong dictatorship is better than weak democracy 4) TH celebrates the war on drugs 5) THBT democratic states should make descendants of deposed dictators recognize or apologize for the wrongs committed by the dictatorship before they can run for elective positions 6) THW sever diplomatic ties with the USA 7) THBT red is better than yellow MINORITIES 1) THBT sexually provocative female celebrities who publicly identify as feminists harm the movement 2) THW allow children who have reached the age of majority to sue their parents for religious indoctrination 3) THBT women’s magazines (e.g. Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire) are harmful to the empowerment of women 4) THW pay mothers to stay at home 5) THBT beauty pageants hurt the feminist movement SOCIO-LEGAL 1) THW allow members of the armed forces to form labor unions 2) THW allow society to pardon political crimes 3) In states where prostitution is legal, THW subsidize sexual services for the disabled 4) THBT democratic states should make descendants of deposed dictators recognize or apologize for the wrongs committed by the dictatorship before they can run for elective positions 5) THW reinstitute death penalty in the Philippines 6) THW abolish congress 7) THW criminalize online trolling 8) THW criminalize fake news websites 9) THW ban PUVs 10 years and older 10) In criminal trials, THW prefer to have a jury system POP CULTURE 1) THBT Harry Potter has done more harm than good 2) THW take a stand against Disney’s whitewashing 3) THW impose a minimum age for celebrities 4) THW ban fast-food advertising a. Yes (61% said they should ban) (“Should Junk Food Advertising…” 2013). - junk food is unhealthy and ads are enticing our children causing skyrocketing obesity rates - hard to educate kids when they are being bombarded by persuasive messages to eat these unhealthy foods - kids see enough of fast food… they can’t walk anywhere without seeing at least two fast food restaurants - sponsoring sports with junk food is sending the wrong message that being active will compensate for not eating well - kids watch these food ads then pester parents to buy these products until they give in - children are vulnerable and easily influenced and should not be advertised to - all these ads do is glorify unhealthiness No (39% said they should not ban) (“Should Junk Food Advertising…” 2013). - no true legal grounds to support it, everyone has the right to choose what they eat and eating junk food is a life choice that should not be shamed - could hurt the industry and all its employees - several causes for obesity- banning will not stop the problem - no one really pays attention to commercials anyway - corporations have the right to purchase time slots to advertise their products - up to parents on what their kids watch and what their kids eat - Free market economy, soda and fries are not illegal products No Would businesses (TV stations and fast food restaurants) be effected negatively? cold. Many schools have opened new snack bars that serve health foods. Many schools are trying to phase out "fast food" and "sodas" but many are worried that sales will sink considerably. Antibiotic resistance .1 percent between 2009 and 2011. this consumption fosters habits that they will carry into adulthood. "Most of the food and beverages advertised heavily to children are poor in nutrients and high in calories. McKeown said it's important to exert influence on what children are eating because dietary patterns established early in life tend to persist. is calling on Canadian politicians to address the country's growing obesity rate by banning junk food advertising to children under 13. crop yield Potential cons of GM foods Allergies Food allergies are a growing problem in the United States. Stopping these advertisements will help obesity and lower children's intake of unhealthy foods. For example. 5) THW ban child performers SCIENCE 1) THBT the government should ban GMO (Genetically Modified Organisms) research Scientists genetically engineer seeds for many reasons. Most children if they are convinced by an advertisement will want to get the product. In an interview with Canwest News Service today. but some schools are still having trouble phasing out junk food. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)." Article: Canada urged to ban junk food ads aimed at kids by: Andrew Duffy Not only are the children more likely to consume the foods they see on television and on the Internet. from 3. tolerance to herbicides c. Is it sensible to aim junk food advertising at children? A child is more easily susceptible to the wiles of advertisers who seek to inundate them with images of junk food. David McKeown. Does junk food advertising contribute to obesity problems? Yes Children are swayed easily by advertisements to consume junk food.4 percent between 1997 and 1999 to 5. Dr. Eating junk food causes obesity and television advertising during children's programs will just convince innocent children that junk food is good. "Junk food companies" would still be allowed to advertise. Toronto's medical officer of health. in this case. they sometimes make changes designed to increase a plant’s: a." he said. or drought d. junk food. food allergies in children under 18 years of age have increased. just not during children's programs. tolerance for heat. resistance to insects b. "It's not the kind of food that children should be eating to lay the foundation for health both in childhood and adulthood. Coal emissions linked to increased rates of asthma and lung cancer. Coal plants release more radiation than nuclear plants. where private property is seized from domestic or foreign owners without compensation The largest issue is basically incentives. 5) THBT there should be free wifi access in every town and city plaza in the country 6) THBT the power industry should be nationalized The Pros of nationalization: Allows industries to pursue social policies (Environment. employees dont have as much incentive to improve productivity. concentrated in industrialized countries (US. for example. and the results were inconclusive. 2) 3) THBT there should be a ban on the mining in the province of Palawan 4) THBT there should be a ban on coal-fired power plants Pros Abundant supply. Substantial existing infrastructure. expensive and its ability to hold CO2 for long periods of time is unproven. There is a finite supply. Sequestration is new. Mature industry. Devastation of environment around coal mines. Cancer In 2013. lower production costs. e. public transportation. Russia. High cost of transporting coal to centralized power plants. making them hard to kill. CO2 is toxic at concentrations above 5 percent. Coal ash is a hazard and a disposal problem. Pensions etc. Continuous power. Risk of accidental releases of large quantities of CO2. rural postal service. High load factor. they are ostensibly owned by the public (but probably controlled by the state) Can achieve economies of scale. efficiency and technology because they dont stand to benefit as much in the public sector as profits are not deemed important . According to the CDC. Significant energy penalties are incurred for sequestration. High levels of radiation. the journal’s editor reviewed the researchers’ raw data and the peer-review process. the specific strain of rats was prone to cancer. Due to concerns about the paper. Can be converted to a liquid or a gas. China. The condition is called hypercapnia. benefit consumers Prices can be set bellow market which private firms would never entertain The Cons of nationalization: Control of public industries by bureaucrats with less incentive to execute (Soviet style mismanagement) Nationalization can often occur via expropriation. antibiotic-resistant germs infect two million people each year. Cons Coal is nonrenewable. Clean coal technology is currently being used in China. Coal mining is the second highest emitter of methane. Coal contains the most CO2 per BTU.000 people per year. India). social and health and safety impacts of coal mining. Severe environmental.Antibiotic-resistant bacteria can resist antibiotics. the journal Food and Chemical Toxicology retracted a paper that linked the herbicide Roundup and Roundup-tolerant GM corn to cancer and premature death in rats. a potent greenhouse gas. Coal burning releases SOx and NOx which both cause acid rain. Relatively inexpensive. Those infections kill at least 23. Health. Clean coal is not carbon free. Good utilization. Relatively low capital investment (compared to gas or nuclear). which burn cleaner.) rather than only profitable ventures. They found the researchers had used too few rats. the largest contributor to global warming. There profits can go on to support other state programs and services More equality instead of rich capitalists owning concentrated industries. Burning coal emits mercury and other heavy metals that pose major health risks. Can be made low carbon and clean with CCS and various scrubbers. This type of attitude is more than just patronizing. It can turn people into tourist attractions. We just have a responsibility to leave the world in the same condition that we found it when we’re . As these changes happen. It’s disrespectful. the response to provide the needed care for life may be delayed by hours or even days. Can create monopolies. this means local cultures change simply because they have welcomed others into the community. Ecotourism goes to remote corners of the planet. People are also a lot like sponges. 2. The Cons of Ecotourism b. That means there will always be someone who does something that they’re advised not to do while enjoying an ecotourism adventure and that activity may very well disrupt the entire environment in a negative way. 3. go further. If they have a medical emergency. Over time. Everyone tends to absorb a little bit of everyone that is around them. It would interfere with your working style. just as ecotoursim interferes with traditional lifestyles. imperfect competition and set higher prices to extract surplus from consumers Corruption is a huge issue because public officials and administrators in charge of running the industries have no ownership stake in the success of the business so they would be more willing break the law. f. whether it is intended or not. 4. There is no system of support. which means tourists don’t have a support system in place should something go wrong. The native tribes of Africa or the Amazon are classic examples of this. it means that a little piece of their culture gets lost because it is being shipped away with every tourist that pays them with a visit. These ecotourism pros and cons show that it is possible to see the world in a unique way. oligopolies. People may go on an ecotourism adventure. e. c. 7) THBT ecotourism should be banned a. If you work in an office in the city. and push the rules. 1. for example. but the goal is to see and possibly interact with other humans that they’ve never encountered before. Damage to nature can occur despite our best intentions. d. would you like to have groups of strangers coming by to observe everything you do? A documentary could be made about how often you get up to go refill your coffee mug. Humans can often cause lots of damage despite their overall best intentions. Humans always have the desire to explore more. Cultural change occurs. create inefficiency etc. . It is very affordable. Because ecotourism is concerned about the condition of the environment. 3. 2. it encourages development options that are sustainable to nature itself. Many ecotourism experiences can be enjoyed for a fraction of the cost of a traditional vacation at a traditional resort location. How many times would someone living in the urban jungle of New York City get to see a wild stream full of fish and hunting bears as they walk to work? Local cultures get to be experienced through ecotourism and that helps to further the learning opportunities we all have every day. exploring. so comparing the two can be an amazing experience. This means that there will always be a renewable source of potential revenues because the natural resources that people are coming to see will be preserved. The Pros of Ecotourism 1. It allows people to see the world and get in touch with local cultures. 4. Whether that is being on a boat to observe orcas or dolphins in the wild or taking a trip through a rain forest. like tents or sleeping bags. People will pay top dollar for memorable ecotourism experiences. It is a way to create good paying jobs for local workers. As long as we can do that effectively and be respectful of local cultures. can be used for future adventures as well. tourists need to have guides and a system of supports in place where they choose to create a base of operations. This gives local workers the chance to earn a good living while showing others why they love the area so much. There are fewer services and resources needed and many of the supplies. How one culture defines a perfect moment can be very different than other cultures. It is a sustainable way for local economies to make money. ecotourism can be a very good thing.