New Yorkers Building Democracy
Vote Yes for a New York State Constitutional Convention and build a democracy worthy of its promise.
New Yorkers Have Questions
Get the facts about the New York State Constitutional Convention, what it could be, and where we are now.
The Process and Possibilities of a New York State Constitutional Convention
Curious about the New York State Constitutional Convention? Heard rumors that the process might endanger your pension? Want to know more what a “Yes” vote would do and how delegates are elected? Learn how you could you run as a delegate?
Citizens Union, your platform for civic engagement in New York City and State, hosted these important conversations to answer these questions about the Constitutional Convention and more! CU’s Director of Public Policy, along with special guests, unpacked questions, one by one to explain the process and possibilities found in this historic November 2017 election.
If we get a "yes" vote, are you interested in running as a New York State Constitutional Convention delegate?
We need motivated, collaborative, and innovative New Yorkers like yourself to build a democracy worthy of it’s promise at the New York State Constitutional Convention in 2019. Anyone who is eligible to vote in the state of New York can run for delegate. Whether you are interested in kick-starting your political career or simply in bringing your voice and experience to represent the New York electorate, now is the time to diversify New York’s political playing field where participation is a right, not a privilege.
New Yorkers Building a Better Future
Build a political process and system in New York that is open to all, values each voice, and engages every New Yorker.
New Yorkers Building Knowledge
Full participation in the process of democracy will build a better New York for everyone.
