Public Citizen
Public Policy OfficesDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
Public Citizen is a nonprofit advocacy organization that pursues the public interest by scrutinizing government and corporate power. Founded in 1971 and based in Washington, D.C., it operates nationwide with a broad network of members and supporters and does not participate in partisan political activities or endorse candidates. The group seeks to influence policy through activism, litigation, regulatory petitions, congressional oversight, and independent research to inform public debates. Its operations are funded without government or corporate money, preserving independence. Recent developments include opening a new location in Ferreira do Zêzere, Portugal, and continuing legal actions against federal agencies such as HUD and the Small Business Administration.