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flag Inmates at Oregon State Penitentiary won a national debate championship through a 50-year-old program that fosters critical thinking and rehabilitation.

flag Debate is thriving in Oregon State Penitentiary, where incarcerated individuals participate in structured, college-level debates through the Capital Toastmasters program. flag Inmates construct logical arguments, consider opposing views, and resolve conflicts through dialogue, with some crediting the experience for personal growth and reduced sentences. flag A recent tournament saw an inmate team win a championship, highlighting the program’s success. flag Active for over 50 years and supported by the National Prison Debate League, the initiative promotes critical thinking, empathy, and self-advocacy as tools for rehabilitation across eight U.S. correctional facilities.

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