Debate Feedback

Debate Feedback

We are seeking feedback from the deaf, deaf blind, and hard of hearing signing community about the recent ASL debate and how we can improve.
Dear Deaf Participant,

DPAN.tv is eager to learn how our approach to providing access to the Presidential Debates— specifically through Deaf Interpreters in 2020 and 2024
— has impacted you.

This brief three-question survey should take about five minutes of your time. Your feedback is important and will help us improve access for the Deaf community in future political events.

Thank you for your participation!

To watch the debate
please visit www.dpan.tv.
First Question
1. Has watching the Presidential Debate in 2020 and/or 2024 with Deaf Interpreters influenced your engagement with the political process?*

YesNo
No, can you share why?
We're glad you selected yes!

Watching DPAN.tv’s coverage with Deaf Interpreters helped me:
Better understand the debate platform

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Gain insight into political issues

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Comprehend what the candidates are saying

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Participate more in political conversations

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Understand others' political opinions

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Recognize the importance of voting

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Feel more included in the political process

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Clarify my personal political views

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Decide which candidate to vote for

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Increase my confidence in voting

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Second Question:
Do you prefer to see 3 interpreters all the time, or cut to one interpreter while a candidate is talking?

Question explained
In 2016 and 2020 DPAN streamed 3 interpreters on the livestream
for the entire broadcast with no cuts.

The image below shows 3 interpreters.

In 2024 DPAN added a feature to spotlight one interpreter when a candidate was talking and showing 3 interpreters while moderator was talking. The image below shows 1 interpreter signing for Kamala Harris.
Second Question Answer: Which do you prefer?

Use Cuts, I like spotlighting who is talking so I can focus on the signing.No Cuts, I prefer to see all three interpreters at the same time.Doesn't matter, both are good.
Do you have any additional comments or insights on the use of Deaf Interpreters during presidential debates or other public broadcasts? Please share your thoughts on the importance of providing access through Deaf Interpreters for these types of events.
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Debate Feedback

First Question