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National Popular Vote Program

Rep. Chris Rabb & Beth Goldstein Huxen (Beppy Goldstein) of National Popular Vote discuss the effort to align the electoral college with the popular vote in presidential elections with the Committee of Seventy's & League of Women Voters of Philadelphia's Lauren Cristella

Philly Youth Vote Interviews Tianna Kalogerakis

Students from Central HS and Girls HS in Philly interview Tianna Kalogerakis, Past President of the Barristers Association of Philadelphia, about the Bar Association’s judicial ratings and why they are an important resource for voters ahead of Primary Election Day on May 18th.

Bodine HS Students Interview State Rep. Mary Louise Isaacson

Students from Mr. de Arana's Social Science class interviewed Rep. Isaacson about school funding and other public policy issues.

Committee of Seventy Denounces President's Attack on Democracy, Calls to Finish the Count

In this Commonwealth and in every state across the country, counted votes are legal votes, and every vote must be counted. Our votes have been cast. Now we are completing their count, and we must defend the integrity of that process. We must defend our democracy.

Gerry Sweeney on the Importance of Seventy's Mission

Gerry Sweeney, President and CEO of Brandywine Realty Trust.

Michael Stiles speaks at Seventy Minutes and about Seventy's Work

Michael Stiles, Chair of the Committee of Seventy Board of Directors, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and city prosecutor, shares why he believes Seventy's work is essential.

Gov. Tom Wolf Speaks at Seventy Minutes

Gov. Tom Wolf assures Pennsylvanians that voting in the Commonwealth will be safe, secure, and fair.

Life Cycle of a Mail-In Ballot

What happens after you drop off your mail-in ballot? Watch this video to discover the step by step process for validating, scanning and counting mail-in ballots in Philadelphia's 2020 General Election.

Rover Training and Q&A

Seventy provides tutorials on working at the polls and covers topics and frequently asked questions.

Voter Support and Volunteer Q&A: Your Questions Answered

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about how, where, and what to do to vote.