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The Micah D. Bycel Fund for Legislative Fellows
On August 27, 2022, the Jewish Center for Justice community suffered a devastating loss with the sudden and untimely death of Board Member Micah Bycel (z”l).
The JCJ community has created a special fund to honor Micah’s memory and secure his legacy. Micah was a kind and compassionate soul. He saw a broken world and was determined to make it better for his kids and the next generation. In his honor, The Micah D. Bycel Fund for Legislative Fellows will help shape the next generation of Jewish justice activists.
In addition to the Fund, we have renamed the program, The Micah D. Bycel Legislative Fellowship. All future fellows will learn of Micah’s memory and advocate for justice in his honor.
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California’s Primary Election: What to Know
California’s primary election is Tuesday, June 2.
It is one of the first chances voters have to shape what the general election will look like. In California’s “top-two” system—which applies not only to the governor’s race but to most statewide and legislative offices—the two candidates who receive the most votes move forward, regardless of party. That means your vote now doesn’t just express a preference; it helps determine which voices make it onto the final ballot.
Preparing ahead of time can make all the difference. Take a few minutes to check your registration status, confirm your voting location, and review key deadlines. You can start with vote.gov or the California Secretary of State to verify your registration and find official election details.
To learn more about who’s running and what’s on your ballot, resources like Ballotpedia and League of Women Voters of California offer clear, nonpartisan information. You can also look up your personalized ballot through the state’s voter information tools.
A little preparation goes a long way. By planning ahead, you ensure a smooth voting experience—and make sure your voice is heard when it matters most.
Check Your Voter Registration on Tax Day
Every year, on April 15, Americans pay their taxes, gather their documents, and double-check the details that keep everything in order. It’s a routine we can't afford to forget. But while so many of us are focused on getting our refunds, many overlook something just...
The SAVE Act doesn’t save democracy. It shrinks it.
The Jewish Center for Justice stands in firm opposition to the so-called SAVE Act currently moving through Congress. Despite its name, this bill is not about safeguarding democracy. Based on our reading of the legislation and our longstanding opposition to voter...
