I need to bring a college class on argumentation/writing on a class trip, but have very little in the way of funds, and I was thinking a local political debate would fit the bill. The school is located in central Jersey, toward the shore, but really anywhere in the state would work. Philly area might also or parts of NY might also work. Anyway, I'm having a really tough time finding anything - local newspapers have nothing and the candidates' sites haven't been helpful.
I'd also be open to any other suggestions for potential trips that would be appropriate for students in an argument based writing class.