Repealing Closed Primaries: A Path to Better Government in Pennsylvania.

April 10, 2023

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

David Thornburgh, Chair of the Committee of Seventy’s Ballot Pa initiative and son of former PA Governor and U.S. Attorney General Dick Thornburgh.

Join us hear from David Thornburgh about how an open primary system in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania would create a more representative election process while also diminishing the heightened polarization that currently threatens civility and our democracy.

Did you know...?

Pennsylvania is one of only nine states that completely excludes independent voters from voting in primary elections.

And so...

Candidates are elected by a small and highly polarized electorate. Gridlocked, hyperpartisan government in Harrisburg.

Voters are exhausted!

Location: The University Club / 123 University Place / Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Refreshments will be served.

Parking suggested at Soldiers and Sailors auditorium garage.

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David Thornburgh, Chair of the Committee of Seventy’s Ballot Pa initiative and son of former PA Governor and U.S. Attorney General Dick Thornburgh

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The Governance Lectures

Governor Thornburgh

The Dick Thornburgh Forum for Law & Public Policy was established in 2007 at the late Dick Thornburgh’s Law School alma mater, the University of Pittsburgh. In conjunction with the Dick Thornburgh Papers held by the University's Hillman Library, the Forum reflects Dick's lifelong work in public service. The Forum is in intended to foster discourse on issues vital to the preservation of our democratic system and the Rule of Law upon which that system depends.  

Special thanks to Chancellor Emeritus Mark Nordenberg who serves as the Director of the Dick Thornburgh Forum who has supported this effort since its inception, as well as to many others who have provided their time and resources and dedication throughout the years.