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The app for debating the news, made for people with opinions.
Every day, one story told from every point of view, then one question. Cast your vote, then win people over.
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Today, everyone answers one question
One story, one question, 24 hours to vote. Pick your side and see where everyone stands.
Is violence the only way for students to be heard?
Fourth week of protests. Since 28 September: 6,629 people detained, 215 students and 761 police officers injured. The government promises 3,000 extra teachers; 55% of the French back the movement.
33 votesFrom the headline to the debate
Controversy follows each story all the way through: what happened, the question it raises, and the arguments of both sides.
01 · News
The news, with every source
Your feed brings together the stories everyone is talking about, summed up neutrally and backed by every outlet that covered them.
02 · Controversy
One question per story
Every story comes down to a yes or no question. Read the summary, vote in one tap, and see where everyone else stands.
03 · Debate
Defend your side
Post your argument with your side's stamp, then debate it in the comments with verified people. The best points rise to the top.
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What's shipped, what's in the works, and what comes next. In public.
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Everything you need to know before the app lands. Anything else, write to us.
What is Controversy?
An app that turns the day's biggest stories into one yes or no question each. You read a neutral summary with its sources, vote, see where everyone stands, then debate with the other side.
When does the app launch?
Controversy is coming soon to iPhone. Join the waitlist and we'll email you the day it's out, with the username you reserved waiting for you.
Where do the news summaries come from?
Each story is summed up from the outlets that covered it, and every source is one tap away. The summary sticks to what happened, so you can make up your own mind.
Who can vote and debate?
Real people only. Every account signs in with Apple or Google, and we work to keep bots and fake accounts out of the debate.
Can I change my vote?
Yes. Tap your side again to take your vote back, then pick the other one if an argument changed your mind.
Will everyone see how I voted?
Your vote counts in the results. When you post an argument, it carries your side's stamp so people know where you stand.
Is it on Android?
We're starting with iPhone. Join the waitlist and we'll let you know when other platforms follow.