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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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So You Want to be a Poll Worker

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.

Poll Worker Proceduers

Poll Worker Procedures information sessions will cover situations which you may encounter as a poll worker on Election Day. Topics include provisional ballots, spoiled ballots, and the role of poll watchers. Please join us to become an expert poll worker!

E-Poll Book Training

Join the Committee of Seventy and the LWVPA for a supplemental training on electronic poll books! All of the e-poll book trainings will be identical, so you only need to sign up for one session.

So You Want to be a Poll Worker

Voter Hub at FDR Park

Join the Committee of Seventy and the League of Women Voters of Philadelphia for the Voter Hub at FDR Park! Eligible citizens can register to vote, apply for a mail-in ballot, get their questions answered, and discover free, nonpartisan resources in several languages to prepare them to vote in the May 16th primary election. We'll also have bilingual volunteers on-hand and election related crafts for kids.

Poll Worker Procedures

Philadelphia City Council At-Large Candidate Convention

C70, WHYY, and the Philadelphia Inquirer are sponsoring a convention for voters to come meet directly with the 35+ candidates running for the at-large positions on City Council.

So You Want to be a Poll Worker

E-Poll Book Training

Join the Committee of Seventy and the LWVPA for a supplemental training on electronic poll books! All of the e-poll book trainings will be identical, so you only need to sign up for one session.

Understanding the Judicial Rating Process

Did you know judges are elected in Pennsylvania? The Pennsylvania Bar Association Judicial Evaluation Commission (JEC) evaluates the qualifications of candidates to appellate courts in Pennsylvania to help voters make an informed decision at the ballot box. Candidates can earn a rating of "highly recommended," "recommended," or "not recommended" based on the JEC's evaluation. Join us to learn more about the Judicial Rating Process!