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Is the Philadelphia Committee Person an Endangered Species?
The key to unlocking more civic engagement in elections could be you
By John Kromer
Run To Run Your Election!
Think you have what it takes to make democracy work? Committee of Seventy’s CEO on how and why you should become one of 5,100 elected poll workers this year.
By Lauren Cristella
King Day of Service in Philly — Where to Go, What to Do
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a perfect opportunity to engage with other Philadelphia citizens on civic projects that matter. Volunteer. Visit a museum. Build peace on MLK Day
By Lauren McCutcheon
Citizens, Your Local Government Needs You!
15 ways to engage constructively and make an impact in 2025 from a former city manager working to build better democracy through civility
By Diane Kalen-Sukra
How Is Mayor Parker Spending Your Money?
In partnership with Committee of Seventy, we’ve created a visual representation of the per-resident cost of the City's budget — and how it has changed from last year
By Nick Hand
Things to Do, Election Edition
Get out the vote parties, concerts, festivals, art and more in the runup to November 5, 2024 — Election Day
By Lauren McCutcheon
Automatic Voter Registration for Returning Citizens
Local social justice advocates and a University City state rep want to follow Michigan’s lead and register people convicted of felonies upon release from incarceration. Such legislation could swing elections.
By Courtney DuChene
How to Watch the Presidential Debate in Philadelphia
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet on September 10 at the National Constitution Center in the heart of Philadelphia. Here’s how you can get in on the historic event
By Lauren McCutcheon