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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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Historic Election Reform Approved in Pennsylvania

Sweeping changes to state election law set a foundation for further reform

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Greta and the Giants

by Zoe Tucker

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Statement on the Conviction of Councilmember Bobby Henon and Local 98 Business Manager John Dougherty

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

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Philadelphia City Commissioner Al Schmidt to Serve as President & CEO of Committee of Seventy

Today, the Committee of Seventy’s Board of Directors announced that Al Schmidt has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Pennsylvania’s long standing nonpartisan advocate for better government.

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Testimony on Proposed Charter Amendment to Abolish the School Reform Commission

Philadelphia City Council | Committee on Law and Government | Bill No. 140514; Resolution No. 140527

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Committee of Seventy Launches WeVote to Promote Culture of Voting

Committee of Seventy Launches WeVote to Promote Culture of Voting and Encourage Vote-by-Mail in 2020 in the Commonwealth of PA

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State Senate Passes Controversial Amendments to Constitution

The Committee of Seventy is deeply concerned about the PA Senate's approval of two controversial amendments to the state Constitution.

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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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How to Handle a Difficult Conversation

To help student understand the underlying nature of difficult conversations, and to give them tools to turn difficult conversations into productive ones, and even into opportunities for learning.

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114th Anniversary Luncheon

With Governor John Hickenlooper (D-CO) and Governor John Kasich (R-OH)

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