Committee of Seventy

When you become a member of the C70, you’re becoming a force for change. While you help fuel our mission to build a government that citizens can trust, enjoy the added benefits of exclusive access to events, resources, and swag. Join today at seventy.org/membership.

New to the Committee of Seventy's work or just want a refresher? Check out this video created by our incredible friends at PWP Video!

PA teachers—how will you teach America’s 250th? Join C70, PA Civics, @LibertyMuseum & @NEIU19 on Sept 30th for the 2025 PA Civics Educator Forum for free professional development, real classroom resources, and Act 48 credit. Register: pacivics.org/forum.

Up next in our Board Spotlight: Barbara Adams, Vice Chair. From corporate law to public service, her career gives her unmatched insight into how government works—and why it matters. Learn what drives her fight for fair elections and what’s ahead ➡️

Jury duty isn’t a burden; it’s an opportunity to help keep the justice system fair for everyone. We’re working to shift the narrative around jury service. 💥 Donate or partner with us today to support this vital work: seventy.org/jury-service-i….

It's National Pennsylvania Day! As the birthplace of American democracy, our Commonwealth has shaped the nation and nearly 250 years later, we’re still at it! From Philly to Pittsburgh and everywhere in between, we’re proud to call PA home.

We recently teamed up with @ElectionInnov to bring together election directors from across the commonwealth for a one day Election Directors Conference in Pittsburgh. Special thanks to our speakers including @PAStateDept, @SethBluestein, @beckerdavidj and many more!

A healthy democracy doesn’t happen by accident. Our members fuel C70’s mission to build a government people can trust. For just $70 a year, you can be part of the change and enjoy exclusive access to C70 events, resources, and swag. Get started today at seventy.org/membership.

Celebrating this huge and necessary improvement to provisional ballots in PA - Way to go @PAStateDept and @PhillyVotes!

Last week, we wrapped up our final webinar on the City’s budget – breaking down what’s in (and what’s not in) Philly’s FY26 budget, and why it matters. Catch up by watching the full series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=….

Politics isn’t abstract – it’s personal. In a recent piece for @thephilacitizen, C70's Lauren Cristella shares what her family’s 7-year adoption journey taught her about democracy, broken systems, and why civic engagement matters more than ever. ow.ly/bblW50WpkLr.

We’re excited to launch a new series spotlighting the dedicated members of the Committee of Seventy’s Board of Directors. Who better to start with than our Board Chair: Tom Hutton of @IBX?

Now that the strike is over and a deal has been reached, it’s a good time to look at how union agreements impact Philly’s budget – and how that budget affects services, staffing & neighborhoods. Join us tm for a free webinar on the FY26 budget. RSVP: seventy.org/attend-an-even….

When you become a member of the Committee of Seventy, you help power the work our democracy needs. Your support fuels programs that build a more representative, ethical, and effective government people can trust. Be a force for change and join today at seventy.org/membership.

Philadelphia’s fiscal year has just begun, and residents are already feeling the effects. From services to staffing, none of it is incidental – it’s the result of policy choices that shape life in our city. Join us Thursday to unpack the FY26 budget: seventy.org/attend-an-even….

This Independence Day, we recognize not just the birth of a nation, but the ongoing work of democracy. As we celebrate with friends, family and fireworks, remember to stay engaged, stay informed, and stay safe.

If you’re catching up on why City worker contracts are in the news – and how it ties into the FY26 budget – our How Philly Works Guide can help. Check out the guide: ow.ly/bjPs50WjYMO. And then join us on 7/10 to unpack the FY26 budget: ow.ly/Oy0H50WjYMN.

Everyone deserves a fair trial – and that starts with showing up. C70’s Lauren Cristella spoke with @iHeartMedia’s Loraine Ballard Morrill about why jury service matters. Listen here: ow.ly/Jnpe50WjojK. And learn more here: ow.ly/zuJN50WjojO.

Proud to share the impact of our youth civics programs from the 2024-2025 school year! Thanks to the dedicated educators, partners & young leaders that helped us empower the next generation to engage in democracy. More about our Youth Civics programming: seventy.org/youth-civics.

As we hit the mid-year mark, we’re excited to introduce the incredible new members of our Board of Directors! Their leadership and expertise will be key to advancing our mission: strengthening democracy and civic life in PA. Meet the full board: seventy.org/staff-board