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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.

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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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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.

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David Thornburgh Interview with Former Congressperson Jim Gerlach

C70 President and CEO, David Thornburgh, interviews Former Congressperson from Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District, Jim Gerlach, about civic education and engagement.

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David Thornburgh Interviews Philadelphia Republican District Attorney Candidate Charles Peruto

President and CEO of the Committee of Seventy, David Thornburgh, discusses some of the issues and problems that have motivated Charles Peruto to run for District Attorney in Philadelphia.

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David Thornburgh's Testimony to the PA State Government Committee

C70 CEO and Chair of the Draw the Lines PA initiative, David Thornburgh, testified on October 20, 2021 before the PA State Government Committee about congressional redistricting.

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