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Lesson 3: Finding Credible News on Social Media

This lesson aims to equip students with skills to identify credible information online, evaluate news sources on social media and beyond, and build a balanced media diet.

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Generocity Community Newsroom: Civic Education & Advocacy

On March 26, 2025, Generocity, in partnership with the Committee of Seventy, will host a special newsroom on Civic Education & Advocacy, offering an interactive forum to discuss voting, policy-making, and community engagement.

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Voices of Voting on November 7

Targeted to middle and high school students but open to the general public, Voices of Voting is a short play commissioned by the Committee of Seventy and written and directed by award-winning Philadelphia artistic director David Bradley that ties the personal struggles and political courage of the 1960’s campaign to secure the vote to the present-day challenge of engaging young people in our electoral process.

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Pathways to the Polls: Enhancing Immigrant Voter Participation

Naturalized U.S. citizens have the same voting rights as citizens born in the U.S. Join us for an evening of meaningful conversation and connection, uniting community members and leaders committed to empowering foreign-born voters. Co-sponsored by The Welcoming Center, the Committee of Seventy, and the Museum of the American Revolution, this free event will feature a thought-provoking panel discussion moderated by Jennifer Rodriguez, President & CEO of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

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Lesson 2: The Constitution, Federal Law, and Voting Rights

The right to vote has been won for different groups throughout U.S. history. (45 minutes)

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SEVENTY URGES PUBLIC HEARING ON PGW SALE

Says Council Shouldn’t Wait for Consultant’s Report

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Redistricting

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

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I Am Somebody

by Nyasha Williams

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Election Academy: Voter Registration

On April 7th and April 9th, the Committee of Seventy and the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ Office are hosting two in-person classes to help organizations and community members better understand voter registration ahead of the primary. Participants will learn how to complete and submit registrations accurately, avoid common mistakes, and understand what happens after forms are processed so they can confidently support voters.

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

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