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Written Testimony on Preparing Philadelphia for the November 2020 Election

Preparing Philadelphia for the November 2020 Election | City Council Legislative Oversight Committee

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Committee of Seventy and Crowdpac Announce Philadelphia Election Collaboration

Seventy to provide research and oversight to bolster local candidate information

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City Commissioners Approve New Voting System for Philadelphia

City on track to safeguard 2020 elections, but City officials must address confusion and distrust

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Poll Worker Forum with Philadelphia City Commissioners

The Committee of Seventy spoke with City Commissioners and poll workers about the importance of poll working in our democracy.

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Lesson 2: Applying for a Mail-In Ballot

Students will learn how to apply for a mail-in ballot. Eligible students will be able to send their applications in, while students who are not, or are choosing to vote in person, will complete the process to without submitting an application to gain the experience.

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The Lifecycle of a Pennsylvania Mail-in Ballot

Ever wonder how your mail-in ballot is counted in Pennsylvania? This video explains how ballots are collected, processed, and counted by county election offices.

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Committee of Seventy Releases Democracy Agenda for Philadelphia

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

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Philadelphia City Council At-Large Candidate Convention

C70, WHYY, and the Philadelphia Inquirer are sponsoring a convention for voters to come meet directly with the 35+ candidates running for the at-large positions on City Council.

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C70 CEO David Thornburgh Interviews Philadelphia City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart

Rebecca Rhynhart is the Philadelphia City Controller and the first woman to be elected to the position. As City Controller she is Philadelphia’s chief auditor and independent financial watchdog.

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Beyond the Ballot: Understanding the Role of Local Elected Officials

Join the Committee of Seventy for a dynamic virtual panel discussion featuring local elected officials from Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties.

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