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Statesman Journal

Diana Cater, a recent Silverton High School graduate and former member of the Silverton High School Speech and Debate Team, was a finalist in expository speaking at the 2009 National Forensic League Tournament, held in Birmingham, Ala. June 14-19

Expository speaking is one of 16 events featured at the national tournament, which draws about 3,500 students from all 50 states.

This type of speech aims to inform and usually lasts about five minutes.

Cater placed in the top six in this category.