How to stream the Democratic National Convention online
After the fireworks of last week’s Republican National Convention, it’s now the Democrats’ turn to throw a four-day crowning ceremony. The Democratic National Convention will probably be much more restrained, but it should still make for good viewing.
Though many of them will require a subscription to access, the major broadcast and cable networks will be airing hours of footage from Philadelphia. However, the real action is going to be on the internet. So, as we did for the RNC, here’s how you can stream the DNC online, whether you’re a cord-cutter or you’re trying to maximize your viewing options.
ABC News is broadcasting 24-hours a day during the DNC on its Facebook page. According to Variety, the social network “will provide ABC News with exclusive, real-time data during major speeches that it will use across TV and digital platforms.” Other outlets and networks should be gunning for likes with live video options of their own as well.
Similar to ABC and Facebook’s arrangement, Twitter is again partnering with CBS News to stream a digital feed. Also like ABC and Facebook, the CBS News feed on Twitter is digital-only, so it will not be the same thing you see on the primetime broadcasts. Again, check out Periscope as well the #DNCinPHL hashtag during the week to maximize your Twitter intake.
Other apps and sites
The DNC’s official site has a stream and Hillary Clinton’s campaign just launched a campaigning app that will offer a DNC stream as well. The DNC is streaming live through YouTube, too.
Twitch is again offering its brand of coverage, which is a boon for young voters as well as anyone outside the United States who is interested in seeing the convention. Twitch is also letting users co-host the coverage:
the Democratic National Convention has offered Twitch broadcasters the rights to co-stream the event. Set your broadcast game to “DNC 2016” and provide your own commentary throughout the event.
The stream starts at 5 p.m. EST each day and go until the evening sessions end.
According to Recode, Snapchat is making stories all week centered on the convention. Several networks and outlets will be making use of the platform as well.
Over-the-top
If you have a Roku, you’re in luck. The most popular OTT device has at least five different streams available just for convention coverage. There are even more free news channel options that will provide commentary, including a couple international broadcasters which are sure to provide interesting angles.
Once again, enjoy the circus!
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