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Intelligence Squared U.S Debates invite some of the world’s leading authorities to debate the day’s important issues. Two teams of dynamic thought leaders engage in a battle of wit and persuasion to capture your vote. Recorded live in New York City, IQ2US debates are based on the traditional Oxford-style format, with one side proposing and the other side opposing a sharply-framed motion.

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Intelligence Squared Debates
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4 VIDEOS

Should College Football Be Banned?

56:40 Air Date 05/02/13

Does Science Refute God

56:02 Air Date 03/22/13

Should Drugs Be Legalized?

55:39 Air Date 02/07/13

Are Elected Islamists Better Than Dictators?

56:11 Air Date 01/17/13
Previews
1 VIDEOS

Preview

4:43 Air Date 01/17/13
Shorts
1 VIDEOS

Does Science Refute God? - Preview

00:00 Air Date 03/01/13