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Both sides presented their arguments well. The Pro side effectively challenged the Con’s points by focusing on logical consistency and countering the idea that certain qualities disqualify the ocean from being considered a soup. Meanwhile, the Con side brought up several valid points about the fundamental nature of soup and how the ocean does not align with common definitions.

While Con made strong arguments about the fundamental nature of soups and how the ocean does not fit the definition, Pro’s ability to address these points logically and consistently gave them a slight edge in the debate. Pro’s arguments were more comprehensive and better addressed the complexities of the topic, which is why Pro had better arguments overall.

Though I am and remain an atheist, this debate has made me question a few things. Pro's arguments were well-structured, clear, and logically presented. Pro introduced the cosmological and fine-tuning argument to support the existence of God. The use of both scientific and philosophical reasoning helped establish a comprehensive approach, which was not equally matched by Con in my opinion.

In Round 3, Pro effectively addressed Con's counterarguments and refuted the idea that the cosmological argument commits a composition fallacy. They also clarified the scope of the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, and defended the philosophical basis of the argument for a personal cause. Pro also challenged the speculative nature of the multiverse theory and argued that even if it were true, it wouldn't necessarily negate the need for a divine cause. While Con raised some important philosophical and scientific points, their arguments often leaned on speculation without sufficient support or evidence. Con's attempt to equate the likelihood of God with that of a fictional character like Batman did not resonate as strongly with me because it seemed to downplay the philosophical foundations of the debate. In Round 4, Con restated some arguments that were already addressed by Pro, which I didn't think was very honest of them.

Pro presented a strong argument about the dietary habits of frugivores, the need for animal products in certain species, and the health benefits of fish, even when contaminated.

Con responded with a counter about milk and eggs not being meat, but didn't fully engage with the main points Pro made about dietary needs and the benefits of fish.

Pro's arguments were more developed and addressed the broader topic more effectively.