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Committee of Seventy focuses on a variety of issues affecting voters in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia. Browse the issues we're currently working on, or review our archive for ongoing and past issues.
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Find out more information about being an active and engaged citizen in your community. From voting information to staying informed throughout the year, Committee of Seventy has resources for you.
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The Committee of Seventy was established in 1904 to combat corruption in Philadelphia, playing a major role in the adoption of civil service reforms and the passage of the 1919 and 1951 Home Rule Charters. A nonprofit and nonpartisan organization, Seventy does not endorse candidates or represent any special interests.
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For over one hundred years, the Committee of Seventy has been the voice of good government and reform. For press inquiries, please contact us at 215-557-3600.
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Delivering Democracy

The Committee of Seventy was established in 1904 to protect and improve the voting process, bring people of competence and integrity into government, combat corruption, and inform and engage citizens in the critical affairs of the day. We are the only independent, nonpartisan organization of our kind in the region, and the oldest and largest in Pennsylvania.

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WeVote is our campaign to galvanize the business and nonprofit community, media partners, and government and religious institutions to promote a culture of voting and civic participation in their organizations.

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Our goal is to create a culture of voting in Pennsylvania, and we need your help to do it. Through our WeVote initiative, you have everything you need to ensure your community - your family, your work, your neighborhood, your church - is prepared to have a successful voting experience.

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With your membership, you not only support C70’s work to inform voters and advocate for reforms that make government more effective and representative, but you will also receive exclusive access to policy briefings, events, and more.

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Committee of Seventy is a trusted voice.

In the darkness of deep division, partisan political conflict, where Americans are vulnerable to mis- and dis-information, the Committee of Seventy is a bright light, a trusted voice.

Ended cash gifts

Philadelphia's elected officials and employees can no longer accept cash gifts, thanks in large measure to Seventy's vigilance in advocating for this common sense reform. We're working to do the same at the state level.

Slayed the Gerrymander

Through Draw the Lines PA, the largest outpouring of hands-on citizen mapping in the history of our county, we gave thousands of citizens the power to draw their own maps and inform the upcoming formal process for drawing congressional, legislative and city council maps.

Banned ultra-rich pension bonuses

Seventy prompted Pennsylvania to ban ultra-rich pension bonuses for elected officials in Philadelphia and across the state.

Educated voters

Seventy led a non-partisan statewide coalition of 185 groups to educate voters on how to be prepared for voter ID rules.

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November 21, 2022

Investing in Democracy with David Rubenstein

Watch the livestream from 6-7pm on November 21st of our program, Investing in Democracy: Patriotic Philanthropy and the Business Case for Civic Participation

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November 07, 2022

The Lifecycle of a Pennsylvania Mail-in Ballot

October 28, 2022

Vote Early Day Highlights in Philadelphia

October 05, 2022

C70 Call to Action

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January 27, 2023

Testimony on Rules Reform and Bipartisanship

C70 Chief Policy Officer Pat Christmas submits testimony on rules reform and fostering bipartisanship to the Speaker's Workgroup to Move Pennsylvania Forward.

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January 26, 2023

BallotPA Testimony on Bipartisanship for Speaker's Workgroup

January 19, 2023

Lauren Cristella Named Interim President of the Committee of Seventy

January 12, 2023

State Senate Passes Controversial Amendments to Constitution

Be a Voter

Seventy provides everything you need to be an informed and effective voter. Check your registration, find your polling place, apply to vote by mail, and much more.

Invite Diverse Perspectives

Seventy helps communities and organizations hold civil discourses about challenging political issues to promote constructive dialogue.

Choose Your News Wisely

Navigating today’s media landscape isn’t easy. Discover the best tools to help you tell facts from fiction and maintain a healthy media diet.

Learn How it Works

Learn how elections work, how government operates, and what you need to know to fully participate as an active citizen.

Act

Being an informed voter is the first step towards active citizenship. Go one step further by advocating for change, volunteering, becoming a poll worker, or even running for office.

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Take Action

Find Your Elected Officials

Knowing who is elected to represent you is the first step in making your voice heard and making meaningful change in your community. Click here to discover who represents you at every level of government.

Attend an Event

Get to know your community by attending a C70 event. Connect with elected officials and other like-minded individuals advocating for democracy!

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Work with us to improve the voting process, inform citizens and increase participation in your neighborhood, community, school or work place.

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Seventy is a non-profit with no ties to special interests or government funding. Your donation helps keep our voice independent.

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