Citizens Union

Citizens Union of the City of New York, serves as a watchdog for the public interest and an advocate for good government at City Hall and the State Capitol. Founded in 1897 to fight the corruption of Tammany Hall, Citizens Union helped to elect the first reform mayor, Seth Low, in 1901. Over the years Citizens Union spearheaded efforts for campaign finance reform, historic preservation, improved voting procedures, City Charter revisions, home rule for New York City and proportional representation. Working to ensure fair elections, clean campaigns, transparent governing and responsible governance, Citizens Union not only seeks to inform the debate on public issues, but influence the formulation of public policy that affects the lives of all New Yorkers.