Monday, September 08, 2008
Serr-Osler Debate Topics Sought
Last year, Professor Brian Serr and I engaged in a debate on the death penalty sponsored by the Federalist Society, an event which involved a lot of trash talk, name-calling, and at least one bizarre campaign video.
Prof. Serr and I have been in contact with the Federalist Chief, Chicago, about doing it again this year.
What we need is a good topic. Any ideas?
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You need to lighten it up a little this time. How about a Star Wars-related issue?
Not that I know any.
Not that I know any.
# posted by 
: 10:03 AM
: 10:03 AM
The other Federalists are going to groan when I say this (as I've been pushing it for months), but Heller's about the biggest deal to happen this year. That or Hamdan.
I'd rather see Hamdan than Heller, as it's more controversial than whether or not the individual has the right to own guns. I'd like to see an intelligent discourse on whether or not foreign terror suspects in US custody should have the right to the same constitutional protections as US citizens or non enemy combatants.
You could do the Kennedy decision. I think that was the one about the death penalty for child rapists being unconstitutional.
Perhaps you should debate who came from a better hometown.
Perhaps you should debate who came from a better hometown.
Is Serr from East St. Louis? That's the only place that could compete with Detroit.
# posted by : 12:59 PM
: 12:59 PM
Based upon feedback I have heard, I recommend the proper length of time to keep students after a class has reached its scheduled end. I also propose a time limit on the debate :)
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Song: You Talk Too Much
Artist: Run-D.M.C.
Album: King of Rock
Song: You Talk Too Much
# posted by : 1:05 PM
: 1:05 PM
I'd drive back to Waco for Hamdan. And that's saying something; I hate Waco.
On the other hand, do your views actually differ on Hamdan? Or Heller?
On the other hand, do your views actually differ on Hamdan? Or Heller?
Serr and I probably disagree on Hamden, and in a way you might not expect. I'm for giving full process rights, and he would not be (I think).
How about whether the main goal for prosecutors, judges, and the legislature, should be punishment, deterrence, or rehabilitation?
I personally like that order myself, but others think that I as a prosecutor should look to rehabilitation first...and I do...for some...but just not many.
I personally like that order myself, but others think that I as a prosecutor should look to rehabilitation first...and I do...for some...but just not many.
# posted by : 3:59 PM
: 3:59 PM
Or good ol' fashioned retribution? I realize its in disfavor, but wasn't that once part of the deal?
But don't ask me. I got a C in Criminal Procedure.
But don't ask me. I got a C in Criminal Procedure.
# posted by : 4:42 PM
: 4:42 PM
IPLG--
I'm starting to understand the "C." Punishment and retribution are the same thing.
It's good you found IPLaw! And politics. And the Nationals, and the accordion. Plus, your talents in rhythmic gymnastics.
I'm starting to understand the "C." Punishment and retribution are the same thing.
It's good you found IPLaw! And politics. And the Nationals, and the accordion. Plus, your talents in rhythmic gymnastics.
Legalization of marijuana would also be a good topic. Though you probably both agree on the subject, it might be a fun mental exercise to come up with a compelling argument for both sides, and I'm sure Prof. Serr can provide many many hypotheticals about what constitutes possession.
I would say Hamdan, especially in light of a possible difference of opinion regarding process rights.
# posted by : 6:51 PM
: 6:51 PM
Sir-
A minor correction...BJ Jiral is the chief- I am now in PC. Please give credit where it is due. I was simply lucky to have the penguin.
- Thank You,
Chicago
A minor correction...BJ Jiral is the chief- I am now in PC. Please give credit where it is due. I was simply lucky to have the penguin.
- Thank You,
Chicago
# posted by : 8:12 PM
: 8:12 PM
I don't think that punishment and retribution are the same. Maybe y'all could debate that.
Mrs. CL
Mrs. CL
# posted by : 11:58 PM
: 11:58 PM
Osler did you say decapitation? Harsh...but I like it for some crimes. I think Scalia suggested it in Hamdan.
# posted by : 9:49 AM
: 9:49 AM
I think the ideal debate would be about whether the Thursday special is better than the Tuesday special at Fazoli's. In the past, I have never hid the fact that I am partial to the Thursday special.
Osler classes v Serr classes, which are better?
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Osler classes v Serr classes, which are better?
Debate about whether professors should be allowed on Facebook.
You could debate about which of you is the better debater.
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