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New Jerseyans share their stories and ideas about our democracy.

Request for Proposals

The New Jersey Council for the Humanities requests proposals for Visualizing Democracy: Contemporary Conversations, an initiative seeking digital projects that will explore, curate, and visualize the recently created “conversation” archive on the state of democracy within New Jersey and beyond (seen below). Proposals selected for commission will receive an award of $2500-5000, depending on the scale of the project.

Click here for full information and to submit a proposal »

New Jersey's Democracy Conversation

See what your neighbors are saying about democracy in our state.


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“It’s our right – appreciate it!”

Anonymous
Why is voting important to you?

“Holding elected officials accountable”

Sharonda
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Greed, deception, and lies”

Princess
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Decisions are not made that benefit all people”

Ave
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Election lies”

Trenton citizens
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Making sure all have a place at the table”

Michael , 46
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Do as you told your 5 year old”

Anonymous
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Pays attention and participates”

Anonymous
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Holding people accountable”

Sharika , 17
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

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