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Poll Worker 101

The Committee of Seventy and the League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania are helping to prepare poll workers for election day through a Poll Worker 101 training session.

Brett Mandel & Philadelphia, Corrupt and Consenting: A City’s Struggle against an Epithet

Join the Committee of Seventy for an event discussing Philadelphia's struggle against its reputation for corruption. Author Brett Mandel will delve into his book, "Philadelphia, Corrupt and Consenting," alongside Lauren Vidas.

Vote That Jawn - Live at Kelly Writers House

Hear youth voices inspire others to bring young people to the polls!

Beyond the Ballot: Understanding the Role of Local Elected Officials

Join the Committee of Seventy for a dynamic virtual panel discussion featuring local elected officials from Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service

Join C70 and other incredible organizations for a day of gratitude at Girard College as part of the 29th Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service.

Dannagal Goldthwaite Young | Wrong: How Media, Politics, and Identity Drive Our Appetite for Misinformation

In conversation with Cherri Gregg, host/news anchor for WHYY radio.

Protecting Democracy: Charting a Course for the Future of Our Republic

Join the Committee of Seventy for an event celebrating our 119th anniversary and featuring Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) and former Republican National Committee Chair Michael Steele.

Poll Worker Q&A

Please join us for a poll worker question and answer session. We are happy to answer any lingering questions you may have about being a poll worker in Pennsylvania. You only need to sign up for one of these sessions, unless you have additional questions that were not addressed in your first session.

Poll Worker 101

Poll workers are democracy's essential workers! This information session will cover the basics of working the polls in Pennsylvania. It is perfect for a first-time poll worker or experienced poll worker who wants to brush up on their knowledge. We will be hosting multiple sessions of "So You Want to be a Poll Worker" in the lead-up to the 2023 general election. All the info sessions titled "So You Want to be a Poll Worker" will be identical, so you only need to sign up for ONE session. This is the first part in a three-part series. Please consider also joining us for a Poll Worker Procedure info session and a Poll Worker Q&A Session.

Poll Watcher Information Session

A poll watcher is someone who is appointed by a candidate or party to observe the election process and, in certain circumstances, challenge a person’s eligibility to cast a ballot at an election precinct. Join us to learn more about what you can (and cannot) do as a poll watcher!