Public Citizen

https://www.citizen.org

About the Organization

Public Citizen is a national non-profit consumer advocacy organization founded in 1971 that represents consumer interests before Congress, the executive branch, and the courts. Its mission is to advance government and corporate accountability, protect public health and safety, promote access to affordable health care and prescription drugs, ensure financial and consumer protections, and defend democracy.

Policy Goals

Consumer protection, prescription drug pricing reform, public health and safety standards, financial regulation, corporate accountability, government transparency, campaign finance reform, trade policy, and environmental protection

Funding

Individual donations, foundation grants, and membership contributions

Affiliates

Public Citizen Foundation, Congress Watch, Global Trade Watch, Health Research Group, and the Public Citizen Litigation Group

Legal Structure

Non-profit organization

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