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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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“Treat all ethnicities with justice and equity and without prejudice”

Anonymous
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Educated in the history of our republic”

Gerald
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“When was America great?”

Tom , 82
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Learn from our mistakes and fight for justice”

Theresa , 59
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“It’s a sermon because we are talking about how we believe”

Michael , 77
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Lack of diversity in power”

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

“schools teach biased versions of American history”

Jose , 40
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“context”

Amy , 46
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

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