The IB Debate Forum was created by a group of McAllen ISD International Baccalaureate students to foster and promote student involvement in the electoral process through youth sponsorship of candidate and subject matter debates. They are committed to presenting these issues with integrity, impartiality, and in a respectful manner. Their mission statement is to educate and encourage the McAllen ISD youth on matters of city politics. One of the IB Debate Forum’s goals is to present a forum where issues affecting our community and nation can be openly discussed. They are honored to have Veronica Whitacre, Javier Villalobos, Michael Fallek, and ...