Category Archives: U.S. Extemp

HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of February 12-18, 2024

Posted on February 12, 2024 by Logan Scisco

1. Will the Supreme Court rule that former President Donald Trump has absolute immunity from federal criminal prosecutions? 2. Is the U.S. fast food industry in an “affordability crisis”? 3. How can Vice President Kamala Harris be an effective advocate … Continue reading →

HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of February 5-11, 2024

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Logan Scisco

1. Did the U.S. effectively respond to the attack on military personnel in Jordan? 2. Does Florida’s attempt to ban children from social media violate the First Amendment? 3. How will RNC cash flow problems affect its ability to contest … Continue reading →

HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of January 29-February 4, 2024

Posted on January 29, 2024 by Logan Scisco

1. Does Nikki Haley have a path to the Republican nomination after a defeat in New Hampshire? 2. What was the biggest mistake made in Governor Ron DeSantis’ presidential campaign? 3. Should more U.S. states adopt wealth taxes? 4. What … Continue reading →

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HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of January 22-28, 2024

Posted on January 22, 2024 by Logan Scisco

1. Which GOP presidential contender has best positioned themselves for 2028? 2. Should banks be allowed to impose overdraft fees on customers? 3. Why has Dean Phillips’ primary challenge to President Biden failed to gain traction? 4. Should SNAP interview … Continue reading →

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HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of January 15-21, 2024

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Logan Scisco

1. Is there a Biden doctrine for U.S. foreign policy? 2. How will the Labor Department’s new rules affect the gig economy? 3. Is Liz Cheney having any effect on Donald Trump’s presidential candidacy? 4. How should U.S. localities handle … Continue reading →

HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of January 8-14, 2024

Posted on January 8, 2024 by Logan Scisco

1. Is the U.S. doing enough to protect trade in the Red Sea? 2. Does the National Rifle Association still have significant political influence? 3. What characteristics should Harvard University look for in its next president? 4. Is Detroit in … Continue reading →

HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of January 1-7, 2024

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Logan Scisco

1. Will the Supreme Court overrule state decisions to keep Donald Trump off the presidential ballot for 2024? 2. Would the removal of Donald Trump from presidential ballots make the 2024 presidential election illegitimate? 3. Why was 2023 such a … Continue reading →

HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of December 11-17, 2023

Posted on December 10, 2023 by Logan Scisco

Note: These will be the last questions for two weeks due to the winter holiday. New questions will be posted on January 1, 2024. 1. Did Ron DeSantis improve his presidential hopes in his debate with Gavin Newsom? 2. Have … Continue reading →

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HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of December 4-10, 2023

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Logan Scisco

1. Who will win the GOP “mini primary” between Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley? 2. Should the U.S. impose conditions on military aid to Israel? 3. How can the RNC fix its fundraising problems? 4. Will the U.S. be able … Continue reading →

HotTopics: United States Extemp Questions for the Week of November 27-December 3, 2023

Posted on November 26, 2023 by Logan Scisco

1. Should President Biden be alarmed by his poor poll numbers? 2. Will Robert Kennedy, Jr. qualify for presidential debates next year? 3. Should the U.S. abolish statute of limitations for all crimes? 4. How many GOP candidates will still … Continue reading →

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