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Join the Committee of Seventy and New Leaders Project for a can't-miss conversation with business leaders and former public servants on the civic responsibility of businesses. The program will be followed by a cocktail reception for guests and panelists to connect.

The project aims to amplify the issues that matter to voters in neighborhoods across Philadelphia during the 2023 municipal election.

This blueprint for the next administration and City Council is designed to promote transparent and accountable government and strengthen democracy in Philadelphia.

PHILADELPHIA (Nov. 2, 2015) - Philadelphia District Attorney R. Seth Williams today reminded voters to call the District Attorney’s Election Fraud Task Force if they experience any difficulty casting their ballot. The office’s hotline numbers are 215-686-9641,9643 or 9644. And, while joined by President and CEO of the Committee of Seventy David Thornburgh, he reminded all Philadelphians that they need to vote tomorrow.

Join us on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:30pm for the second webinar in our city budget learning series. This session will explore Mayor Parker’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal, breaking down investments aimed at her priorities of making Philadelphia the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city, with economic opportunity for all.

Cristella will retain the title of Chief Operating Officer as the nonpartisan nonprofit’s Transition Committee works to make future recommendations to the board.

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.

Landmark Bill Will Move to the State House for Debate

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.

The nonpartisan Fair Districts PA coalition is convening a one-day redistricting conference in Harrisburg for volunteers, supporters, academics, press and legislators.