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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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“Your actions benefit those around you”

Shane , 18
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“A good citizen is aware of the whole story”

Melanie , 18
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“I was the only person there at the time under 35”

Megan , 19
What do you remember about the first time you voted?

“Voting is something that has been fought hard for”

Melanie , 18
Why is voting important to you?

“Your voice is being heard”

Shane , 18
Why is voting important to you?

“Always involved in their community”

Amy , 18
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“a commitment to serve the greater good”

Leslie
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“do service”

Maria , 51
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“There were party levers”

James , 51
What do you remember about the first time you voted?

“Participating on a local level to ensure the common good”

Carin , 41
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“One’s vote was an expression of one’s commitment and beliefs”

Howard , 61
What do you remember about the first time you voted?

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