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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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How to Run for Committee Person in Philadelphia: In-Person Program

Ever wonder who really holds power in Philadelphia politics? Join the Committee of Seventy along with Young Involved Philly and 5th Square PAC for a practical breakdown of the city’s ward system – the behind-the-scenes structure that shapes elections, endorsements, and turnout – and learn how becoming a committee person is one of the simplest ways to get involved locally.

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Letter to PA Senators: Committee of Seventy Opposes Regional Judicial Elections, HB 196

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Budget Wrap-Up: What's New in FY27 & What It Means for You

Join C70's Senior Program Director, Tanisha Bezue, and VP of Policy, Andrew McGinley, on Thursday, July 9 at 5:30 PM for the next session in our budget webinar series. Together, they'll unpack the FY27 budget, examine how it changed throughout the budget process, and discuss what Philadelphians should know moving forward.

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Committee of Seventy and Draw the Lines PA congratulate Mark Nordenberg on his appointment to chair the Legislative Reapportionment Commission

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Redistricting

Seventy advocates for fair district drawing to promote free, competitive elections.

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Letter to York County Commissioners Regarding Partisan Election Review

The following letter was emailed to York County Commissioners Julie Wheeler (President), Doug Hoke (Vice President), and Ron Smith on August 12.

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Killing PGW Deal Cowardly and an Affront to City Taxpayers

PHILADELPHIA – October 27, 2014 – The Committee of Seventy called Philadelphia City Council’s unilateral decision today to kill a proposed $1.86 billion sale of the Philadelphia Gas Works without a public hearing an affront to the taxpayers of Philadelphia.

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Statement on Sen. Doug Mastriano’s Demand for Election Materials from Targeted Counties

Committee of Seventy Statement on Sen. Doug Mastriano’s Demand for Election Materials from Targeted Counties

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City Taxpayers Deserve Permanent Inspector General

Watchdog says OIG should have oversight over all city government

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Committee of Seventy Releases Statement on Developments in Presidential Election Process

President and CEO of the Committee of Seventy, Lauren Cristella, released a statement regarding recent developments in the presidential election process.

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