Advocacy
Inspired by our tradition’s call for tikkun olam, JCJ engages in actions to protect the most vulnerable in our society. We support social policies that align with our values at the local, state, and federal levels. Find out more about the issues for which JCJ advocates below.
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Early Voting is Now Open in California
California’s June 2nd primary election is officially underway and many voters can already cast their ballots before Election Day. Many California counties offer early in-person voting, giving voters more flexibility and helping people avoid long lines or last-minute...
Missed the Voter Registration Deadline? What You Should Do.
The calendar has turned to May 19th and you have officially missed the voter registration deadline. What should you do? Well, whatever you decide to do, don't panic. Because while missing the voter registration deadline can feel like the end of the road for your...
Today is the Deadline. Have You Registered to Vote?
Deadlines have a way of focusing our attention. Whether it’s submitting an assignment, paying a bill, or making sure everything is in order before the end of the day, we’re used to acting when the clock runs out. But some deadlines carry more weight than others. Today...
Why California’s Primary Matters More Than You Think
California’s primary election is coming up on June 2, and it plays a bigger role than many people realize. Unlike traditional primaries, California uses a “top-two” system. All candidates appear on the same ballot, regardless of party, and the two candidates who...
Working on Election Day? California Has a Law for That.
California’s primary election is Tuesday, June 2. In California, eligible workers may be entitled to up to two hours of paid time off to vote if they do not have enough time outside of their work schedule. This policy is designed to ensure that work does not prevent...
It’s May 4th: Ballots Are Out, Early Voting Is Open
Monday, May 4th marks an important milestone for California voters. Vote-by-mail ballots are now officially being sent out to every active registered voter across the state, and early voting sites are open. That means the June 2 primary is no longer something off in...
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...
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...