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Committee of Seventy Supports the Call for a Review of City Land Sales
The Committee of Seventy is joining the call made this week by the Philadelphia Coalition for Affordable Communities for the City Controller to conduct a review of city land sales. Reporting by the Inquirer and Daily News confirm the continuation of City Council’s problematic role in land disposition, a longtime concern for Seventy.
event/Open to the Public
Community Forum on Elections and Voting
Think that voting doesn't matter? You'll find out otherwise (and learn about your rights and how to exercise them) at Esperanza College's community forum on elections and voting Thursday (6-7:30 pm) at the student lounge on Esperanza's campus in Hunting Park (4621 N. 5th St.).
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Connecting Current and Future Leaders
Join NExT Philadelphia - Urban League of Philadelphia Young Professionals and Temple University Masters of Public Policy program as we provide a forum for millennials to engage with a current leader in the Philadelphia region. This will be a great opportunity to network while adding your voice towards strengthening the experience of urban young professionals in the city.
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Connecting with Voters During the Pandemic
As the pandemic rages on, we must continue to stay civically engaged. Our panel includes representatives from the Committee of Seventy, KYW News, Philly Counts 2020, and more.
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Conversations with Kristen Soltis Anderson: The State of the Republican Party
Kristen Soltis Anderson discusses the current state of the GOP, including a description of the party's base, what issues matter most, and generational differences within the party.
issue/Redistricting
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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Councilmember’s Trial Highlights the Need for Reforms to Ethics Rules and Council Prerogative
The public will have to wait for a final outcome in Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson's trial. In the meantime, there is work to be done to bolster Philadelphians’ trust in City Hall.
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Coverage Roundup: C70 Poll of the 2023 Mayor’s Race
Coverage of the first nonpartisan, public poll of the Philadelphia's mayor's race
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Crowdfund Your Run for Office
Ever considered running for office? The biggest challenge any candidate faces is raising money. But what if you could launch your campaign with instant momentum, zero startup costs and a network of supporters that can help crowdfund your way to victory?
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Dannagal Goldthwaite Young | Wrong: How Media, Politics, and Identity Drive Our Appetite for Misinformation
In conversation with Cherri Gregg, host/news anchor for WHYY radio.
