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New Jerseyans are invited to share their stories and ideas about our democracy.

New Jersey's Democracy Conversation

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

Use the submission link below to add your own thoughts to the conversation. Responses from your fellow New Jerseyans can be viewed below. Use the various filters and click the "Submit" button to see only the responses that fit your selected criteria.


Tell Your Story

What do you think about the state of our democracy? Add your personal reflection to the statewide conversation about democracy in America through a written statement, photograph, or audio/video submission.

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“Questioning truths”

Anonymous , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Capitalism allows the rich too much control over government”

Kalista , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Division has clouded our democracy”

Mackenzie , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Clash between opposing opinions”

Anonymous , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“So many have bought into the belief that the last election was ‘stolen'”

Anonymous
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“They want to divide Americans”

Kevin , 62
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Division among political, racial and religious groups”

Esther , 96
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Divided nation”

Dhwani , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“The nation is divided”

Tom , 59
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“The lack of unity”

Gabriella , 18
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

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