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Underdogs Rise at Debate Nationals
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- Jun 15, 2026
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- 89
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Summary
Roosevelt High’s debate team, fueled by grit and limited resources, stunned the nation by winning the Urban Debate League National Championship—thanks to seniors Everett Murray and Alexandra Diaz-Arbor’s powerhouse policy debate victory. Their triumph shines a spotlight on the Portland Urban Debate League’s mission to level the playing field for underserved students. Murray, often working solo on research, credits his coach Jas Liu’s relentless guidance. Now, they’re headed to the National Speech & Debate Tournament in Richmond, ready to compete against better-funded teams—and bring home more than trophies: they’re carrying the spirit of unity, resilience, and hometown pride. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5e5ac3e2394cd151