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Michael Janas

Michael Janas is a professor of communication and media at Samford University. He is a former director of debate at Samford, a two-time coach of the U.S. National Debate Team, and president emeritus of the American Forensic Association. He is also the founder of the Birmingham Area Debate League.

I’m a debate coach. Here’s what I make of the raucous Birmingham debate

While Tuesday’s debate involving five of the nine mayoral was unlikely to change many votes, it will likely influence voter enthusiasm.

August 13, 2025