Sample Videos
Sample Videos
Here are "best practices" examples of recommended basic Video Voter formats. Watch each video and see how you and your station can create similar programming.
Candidate Statements typically consist of a head- and shoulders shot of the candidate speaking towards the camera, or perhaps the candidate behind a desk or podium.
 Los Angeles, Martin Ludlow |
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The candidate may be asked very general questions about his or her background and goals, or he or she may be asked specific questions on issues.
 Santa Monica, Pam O'Connor |
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Candidate Forums bring multiple candidates together to discuss issues in less structured gatherings and discussions.
 Santa Monica, School Board |
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The candidate is interviewed by a group of citizens in an informal setting such as a living room, coffee shop or mall.
 Santa Monica School Board Koffee Klatsch |
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These provide balanced explanations on the pros and cons of ballot measures, as well as explaining what a vote for or against each initiative means.
 LA Channel 36 Voter Minutes |
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Viewers are invited to telephone the program and ask questions to the candidates directly.
 Township Supervisor Debate Romeo, Michigan WBRW, Channel 6 |
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This format gives viewers a better sense of how the candidates interact in a group and how well they can represent their ideas in a discussion.
 2004 Election Community Access Television of Salina, Kansas |
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Citizens or experts in various fields ask their questions via videotape, providing a nice visual break in the program.
 2004 City Council Election Santa Monica, California |
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Each candidate is given a set amount of time to answer a question, but after each candidate speaks, the opponent has an opportunity to rebut instead of just answering the same question.
 2003 Mayoral Candidate Debate Somerville, Massachusetts |
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