The DEBATES.studio Charter

DEBATES.studio is a neutral venue. We do not endorse candidates, parties, or outcomes. We are accountable to the public, not to any campaign or sponsor.

Every qualifying candidate in a contested race is offered equal opportunity to participate, on equal terms, with equal speaking time and equal preparation materials.

Debate format, segments, time allotments, and moderation standards are published in advance to both candidates and the public.

All sponsors, partners, and funders associated with a debate are disclosed on the debate page before the event begins, and remain visible in the archive.

Audience scoring on DEBATES.studio reflects public sentiment among self-selected viewers. It is not an official election result and is never presented as one.

After publication, every debate's record — replay, transcript, summary, and scorecard — is locked. Corrections are appended, never silently rewritten.

Complaints and integrity concerns may be filed by any participant or member of the public. Each is logged, reviewed, and resolved on the public record.