A legacy of civic action
The Committee of Seventy was established to improve the voting process, combat corruption, and engage citizens in the democratic process.
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Our Legacy
120+ Years of Political Progress
Since 1904, the Committee of Seventy has been at the forefront of civic reform in Philadelphia. From fighting political corruption to advocating for transparent government, our legacy is built on the belief that democracy works best when all citizens are informed and engaged. We are now extending that work throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
C70 Events
We don’t just talk the talk, we walk the walk. Come and see our team at a venue near you to learn about how we are working together to help build a better Pennsylvania.
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The Committee of Seventy’s 122nd Anniversary Celebration
This American Moment: A Conversation with Mike Pence Join us as former Vice President Mike Pence and 6abc anchor Tamala Edwards explore what conservatism means today. Drawing on his new book, What Conservatives Believe: Rediscovering the Conservative Conscience, this conversation will reflect on the midterm elections and what’s next for America, within the context of…
See Event Details: The Committee of Seventy’s 122nd Anniversary CelebrationNovember 19, 2026 6:00 pm – 8:00 pmThe National Constitution Center
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Philadelphia Documenters Relaunch
Public meetings shape our schools, our streets, and the Philadelphia city budget. But right now, most of these meetings go completely unrecorded. The Philadelphia Documenters program is changing that. We train and pay everyday residents to attend public sessions, take accurate notes, and publish them so everyone knows what’s happening behind closed doors. Built on City Bureau’s…
See Event Details: Philadelphia Documenters RelaunchAugust 26, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:30 pmPhiladelphia Ethical Society
Our Impact in Numbers
Together, we’re making our government more transparent, accountable, and effective.
1 million+
Pennsylvanians reached through WeVote partnerships
8,500
poll workers trained and prepared to serve each Election Day throughout the Commonwealth
48,000
students who have participated in WeVote Next programming
270
WeVote partners including major employers, college campuses, religious institutions, and community organizations who bring our resources to their constituencies
The Latest from C70
News and announcements from the Committee of Seventy
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Supreme Court Blocks Mail-In Voting Rule Changes Ahead of 2026 Midterms
On September 14, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 to block a U.S. Postal Service rule — issued under a Trump administration executive order — that would have imposed new requirements on how mail ballots are handled nationwide, including redesigned ballot envelopes with tracking barcodes and a system requiring states to submit voter information to…
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Statement from the Committee of Seventy on the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office Receiving Six Months of Outside Supervision
The Committee of Seventy supports Judge Paula Patrick’s decision to place the Sheriff’s Office under six months of outside supervision. After years of missed deadlines, a mounting backlog of undelivered deeds, and — as this week’s hearing revealed — records withheld from the court itself, independent oversight of sheriff sales is a necessary step. But…
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