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Governor’s Civic Engagement Awards (GCEA)

Every year, the Governor of Pennsylvania recognizes the efforts of Pennsylvania high school students “that educate, engage and inform” their peers in democratic processes.

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C70 President and CEO Al Schmidt to Receive Presidential Citizens Medal

The medal, the second-highest civilian award given by our government, recognizes extraordinary efforts to protect American democracy.

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Statement on Chester County Poll Book Error

Chester County Voter Service has reported that the poll books at all precincts currently do not include the names of voters who are registered with third parties (e.g., Independent, Libertarians, Green) or with no party affiliation.

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Committee of Seventy and Partners to Issue First Public, Nonpartisan Poll in 2023 Mayor’s Race

The effort will highlight the impact that ranked-choice voting could have if implemented in Pennsylvania.

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PA Attorney General Candidate Forum (Fall 2024)

Join us for a virtual forum featuring the Pennsylvania attorney general candidates, moderated by Ernest Owens, President of the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists. This important conversation will explore key issues facing Pennsylvania’s top law enforcement office.

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Committee of Seventy Statement on SB 22 Amendment

The Committee of Seventy applauds Senate State Government Committee Chairs Mike Folmer (R-Lebanon) and Anthony Williams (D-Philadelphia) and their Senate State Government Committee colleagues for voting to approve today a compromise proposal that improves the redistricting process in Pennsylvania.

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Members-Only Election Debrief

Join us virtually for an exclusive C70 member Lunch & Learn on Pennsylvania's May 19 primary election. C70's Vice President of Policy, Andrew McGinley, and Senior Program Director, Tanisha Bezue, will break down the results, trends, and key takeaways from the primary.

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Fair Districts PA Town Hall with California Independent Redistricting Commission Members

Join Fair Districts PA to hear from three members of the California Independent Redistricting Commission, which serves as a reform model for states across the country, including Pennsylvania.

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Committee of Seventy Releases Statement on Voter Turnout in 2025 Primary Election

The Committee of Seventy statement regarding voter turnout in the 2025 primary election.

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Fireside Chat: Intermediate Appellate Court Judges

Join the Committee of Seventy, along with Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts and the League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania, for a virtual forum featuring candidates for retention on Pennsylvania’s appellate courts.

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