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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?

“Election lies”

Trenton citizens
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“The right for all citizens to speak their truth”

Tom , 68
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Telling the whole truth”

Mike , 45
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“make democracy happy”

Idannis
What does it mean to be a good citizen?

“Misinformation or contradictory information”

Sharika , 17
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“lies in public space”

Nicole , 72
What are the main challenges facing democracy today?

“Not being truthful”

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

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