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When does duty to one's country supersede the duty to one's family?

CastAlive · 2026-01-25T20:14:38.900Z

This theme explores the conflict between one's obligations to their country or a higher cause and their loyalty to their family. It questions whether personal bonds should ever be sacrificed for the greater good. This conflict is central to Eileen and her grandfather's predicament.

Debaters:Honorable Arthur RamsayEileen Ramsay

HAHonorable Arthur Ramsay

The welfare of my country comes first. This is not about personal feelings, it is about safety and security for all.

EREileen Ramsay

Grandfather, I love you, but are these letters truly worth risking everything for?

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