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Arguments: THW Ban Miss Universe
Arguments: THW Ban Miss Universe
Example:
SQ: There is a Miss. Universe contest held every year. Almost every country participates. It
is a contest held for women, and it chooses one among the many to hold the title of Ms.
Universe. There is pro-contra:
- Pro: It is the pride of a country to participate, it is the dream of women all over the
world to compete and win, representing their country
- Con: It is sexist; it promotes bad values, and is focused more on appearance.
Problem:
- This controversy highlights protests against Indonesia’s participation -> spotlights the
issue. Should we participate?
- as government: see problem of Miss Universe in terms of values and effects:
o degrades women
o Harmful.
Proposal: Ban it -> Indonesia shouldn’t participate. The airing of the contest is also
prohibited in Indonesia.
Goal:
- decrease problems
- maintain better values, protect society, especially in terms of women
Definition: The government of Indonesia should mandate that Indonesia should no longer
participate in the Miss Universe contest.
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