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Behind the Ballot - Fireside Chat: PA Supreme Court Retention Elections

Join us for Behind the Ballot - Fireside Chat: PA Supreme Court Retention Elections, a nonpartisan public forum designed to help Pennsylvanians better understand the upcoming judicial retention elections. Presented by The Committee of Seventy, Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts and the League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania this free, in-person event will take place at Central High School in Philadelphia and will also be livestreamed statewide.

The evening will feature a fireside chat with the three sitting justices of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court who will appear on the November 2025 ballot via retention elections. Attendees will hear directly from the justices about their roles, experiences, and perspectives—offering a rare window into the work of the state’s highest court. The discussion will be moderated by Cherri Gregg, Esq., Civil Rights Journalist & Co-Host of Studio 2 on WHYY.

Whether you're a voter, educator, student, or civic leader, this event is a meaningful opportunity to better understand the judiciary and the choices you'll face at the ballot box. Your vote is important. This election is important. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about this critical office so you're prepared to cast an informed vote on November 4th.

Event Schedule

5:00 – 5:15 PM | Welcome & Opening Remarks
A brief overview of Pennsylvania’s judicial retention process and the standards that guide judicial conduct, delivered by a nonpartisan speaker.

5:15 – 6:30 PM | Fireside Chat with the Justices
A moderated conversation with Supreme Court Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht, focused on their experiences, responsibilities, and reflections on public service.

How to Attend

Planning to attend in person? Reserve your seat at Central High School here.
Prefer to join virtually? Register to access the livestream on Zoom here.

Don’t live near Philadelphia? Contact Michelle Jordan, [email protected], about hosting a watch party for your community.

This event is being hosted in partnership with:
PA Youth Vote, Vote That Jawn, The Forum of Executive Women, Philadelphia Bar Association, Montgomery Bar Association, Allegheny County Bar Association, Berks County Bar Association — and more to come.