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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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“Aware of issues that impact their community”

Anonymous
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Respect each other”

Anonymous
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Respects the rights and well-being of others”

Anonymous
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Listen to other points of view”

Sam
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Respect and appreciate diversity”

Trenton citizens
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Love each other in spite or even because of the differences”

Lena , 24
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Be responsible for your own actions”

Bryan , 37
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Respect your country”

Linda , 71
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Making sure all have a place at the table”

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

“Lack of respect of democracy”

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

“Have respect for the law”

Anonymous , 72
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Giving equal preference to hear what others say”

Sarah , 42
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Be respectful”

Emily , 10
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“make democracy happy”

Idannis
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“The laws of our society”

Jordan , 35
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“To respect others”

Miles , 8
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Treat others the way they want to be treated”

Lloyd , 72
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Following the laws”

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

“respect for others”

Anonymous , 95
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

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