In recent years, public discourse has increasingly been shaped by the use of compelling personal or collective “narratives” — emotionally charged stories used to drive political movements, frame social issues, or influence public opinion. These narratives often prioritize emotional appeal over factual nuance and are used across media, activism, and politics to shape how events are understood and remembered.

For the purpose of this debate, you have obtained a small, portable device with two buttons: A “save” button and a “return” button. When you hit the “save” button, you are able to save the current time point, like in a video game. When you hit the “return” button, your life will return to the last time you saved. The machine will not erase any of your memories. If you do not keep and use the device, it will eventually blow up on its own.

Consequentialism is the philosophy that the morality of an action is to be judged solely by its consequences.

In this debate, the 'Chosen One Narrative' refers to media that focuses on a single character whose choices and actions are crucial for the success or failure of a revolution or movement (e.g., Harry Potter series, the Hunger Games series, the Divergent series, Barbie). The Chosen One Narrative emphasizes the significant impact one person can have.

Individuals in their 20s often choose between spending their income on present-day enjoyment—such as travel, dining, and leisure—or adopting a more restrained lifestyle focused on saving, investing, and preparing for future stability.