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Lauds Pennsylvania Officials for Conducting a Fair Election

Harrisburg, PA – The Committee of Seventy applauds Governor Wolf for the Executive Order he issued today creating the Pennsylvania Redistricting Reform Commission. Furthermore, we are honored that the Governor asked our President and CEO, David Thornburgh to, chair this important group.

Trust in government is at all-time lows. As polls have made clear, voters’ concern over the health of our democracy spans both the political spectrum and the Commonwealth.

Did you know judges are elected in Pennsylvania? The Pennsylvania Bar Association Judicial Evaluation Commission (JEC) evaluates the qualifications of candidates to appellate courts in Pennsylvania to help voters make an informed decision at the ballot box. Candidates can earn a rating of "highly recommended," "recommended," or "not recommended" based on the JEC's evaluation. Join us to learn more about the Judicial Rating Process!

David Thornburgh's discussion with Ashley Spillane highlights how corporations can improve voter turnout and civic engagement.

On May 26, 2022, the Committee of Seventy hosted an event celebrating women in public leadership and honoring Judith M. von Seldeneck with its Civic Leadership Award.

Help us "Slay the Gerrymander" at a happy hour on Tuesday, October 17th!

Established cross-sector moderators will lead discussions with advocates doing real, on-the-ground work fighting poverty. The goal of each conversation is to formulate or refine solutions addressing poverty.

Michael Smerconish and Jim Clyburn discuss Rep. Clyburn's role in the election of Joe Biden and solutions to challenges facing Congressional Democrats.

Lauren Cristella and Vanessa McGrath answer your questions about voter intimidation and election protection.