Civic Conversations are events that we hold as an opportunity for the public to engage with elected officials and policymakers around pressing issues of the day. A Day in the Life of NY Legislators Our panel featured Assembly Member Rodneyse Bichotte, Senator Michael Gianaris, City Council Member Cory Johnson, Assembly Member Nicole Malliotakis, and City … Civic Conversations

2007 Awards Dinner Highlights “Why do we care about good government? We care not just because good government is inherently the right thing; we care because good government encourages people to participate in the political process and participation in the political process by more of our citizens is critical to a healthy democracy.” — Richard … 2007 Awards Dinner

Drawing the Line On April 28th, Citizens Union Foundation with the School of Public Affairs, Baruch College, CUNY hosted Drawing the Line: Redistricting and Non-Competitive Elections in New York State, a half day symposium focused on reforming how the state draws legislative district lines. The symposium brought together civic and business leaders, elected officials and … Drawing the Line: Symposium on Redistricting and Non-Competitive Elections