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As nomination petitions become available and the first day to circulate approaches, the Committee of Seventy, in partnership with Black Leadership Pennsylvania, hosted a sold-out launch event focused on Philadelphia’s ward system and the powerful, often-overlooked role of committee person – signaling growing public interest in neighborhood-level political participation ahead of the May primary election.

Committee of Seventy Denounces President's Attack on Democracy, Calls to Finish the Count

On September 7th, Acting Secretary of the Commonwealth Leigh Chapman will brief PA's business community on her department's efforts for November 2022, and how we can maximize the engagement of employees, customers, and community members in the next election. Learn about the steps state and county officials are taking to account for the large number of expected mail-in ballots, report the results in a timely manner, and make sure the security systems are in place to guarantee that every valid ballot is counted. The goal, as Ms. Chapman will explain, is to administer the election in a way so that the results are widely trusted.

Governor-elect Josh Shapiro announced his intent to appoint Al Schmidt, President and CEO of the Committee of Seventy, as Secretary of the Commonwealth.

Between June and November, the Committee of Seventy (Seventy) strengthened its commitment to educating and empowering Philadelphia and Pennsylvania voters. Through partnerships, public programs, multilingual digital and print resources, and accurate, reliable election information, Seventy reached over 350,000 individuals, equipping them with the tools to navigate an intensely scrutinized election with confidence.

The conviction of Councilmember Bobby Henon and Local 98 business manager John Dougherty marks a historic break from business as usual in Philadelphia politics.

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.

Recognizing the power of future voters and leaders, the Committee of Seventy led a series of youth-centered, experiential programs designed to engage students in civic education during the recent election cycle.

Join us as we engage in meaningful conversations with an array of diverse leaders and experts—policymakers, educators, activists, and engaged citizens—who will address current challenges and actionable solutions for building a more inclusive democracy for the next two-hundred-and-fifty years.

On Election Day, November 5, 2024, the Committee of Seventy, OnePhillyConnect, and additional partners will host events at three high-traffic Philadelphia polling locations to promote civic pride and voter engagement. Activities will include interactive art installations, music, food and giveaways, aiming to create an environment that celebrates the democratic process.