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Make Sure You're Ready to Vote on May 20, Says Seventy

Encourages Voters with Questions to Call 1-866-OUR VOTE (1-866-687-8683) Hotline

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David Thornburgh's Testimony to the PA State Government Committee

C70 CEO and Chair of the Draw the Lines PA initiative, David Thornburgh, testified on October 20, 2021 before the PA State Government Committee about congressional redistricting.

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Committee of Seventy Awarded $850,000 to Strengthen Democracy and Build Trust in Pennsylvania’s Elections

The nonprofit’s largest ever single grant will also fund voter outreach and support for election workers.

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Council Redistricting

The 17-member Philadelphia City Council has a major role in the everyday lives of city residents. With Council districts being redrawn, now is the time to ensure residents can engage directly in the map-making process.

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David Thornburgh to Step Aside as Committee of Seventy CEO to Assume New Role as Senior Advisor

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City Commissioners Approve New Voting System for Philadelphia

City on track to safeguard 2020 elections, but City officials must address confusion and distrust

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Testimony of David Thornburgh, President & CEO of Committee of Seventy, on the Issue of Congressional Redistricting

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City Hall Roll Call: December 2, 2021

Council passes compromise "Streeteries" legislation

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Written Testimony on Preparing Philadelphia for the November 2020 Election

Preparing Philadelphia for the November 2020 Election | City Council Legislative Oversight Committee

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🎉Inaugural City Hall Roll Call: March 25, 2021

Council pays tribute to "Philadelphia treasure" and "barrier breaker," Dr. Emma C. Chappell

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