As liberal democracies, THW intervene to protect elected governments from military coups
Semifinals
As social justice movements, THW prioritize grassroots community building over legislative and legal action
Quarterfinals
THP social media companies that use community moderation models (i.e. reddit and discord) as opposed to companies which impose top-down moderation (i.e. facebook)
Round 6
THS filial responsibility laws
Info Slide
Filial responsibility laws are laws which impose a duty upon adult children to support their parents (e.g. providing basic necessities such as food, clothing, housing, or covering the costs of those goods)
Round 5
As the United States, THW advocate for global decoupling from China
Info Slide
Decoupling (sometimes refered to as de-risking) is the process of decreasing the interconnectedness of two or more countries' economies. This process typically includes: adjusting supply chains, reduction in imports from that country, and initiatives at home to support manufacturing of critical materials and products.
Round 4
In areas with rapidly rising property prices, THW suspend all restrictions on property development that are not health and safety (e.g. environmental zoning regulations, building height restrictions, and regulations on the appearance of buildings
Round 3
THBT gig economy workers (e.g. Uber and doordash drivers) should be classified as employees with full labour rights
Round 2
THBT film, literary and artistic awards such as the Oscars and Nobel Prize in Literature should be decided by members of the public rather than a panel of experts