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The SAVE Act doesn’t  save democracy. It shrinks it.

The SAVE Act doesn’t save democracy. It shrinks it.

by Jewish Center for Justice | Feb 5, 2026 | Featured, Ideas, JCJ Blog, Judaism, Voting, Voting Rights

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...
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law 60 years ago today

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law 60 years ago today

by Jewish Center for Justice | Aug 6, 2025 | Featured, JCJ Blog, Racial Justice, Voting Rights

Signed into law on August 6, 1965, the Voting Rights Act outlawed discriminatory practices, like literacy tests, that were used to suppress Black voters in the Jim Crow South. It was a historic victory, hard-won through years of protest, organizing, and immense...
Take Action : Protect election workers from interference and intimidation

Take Action : Protect election workers from interference and intimidation

by Jewish Center for Justice | Apr 22, 2024 | Activism, Archived 2024, California, Featured, Ideas, JCJ Blog, Voting Rights

Take ACTION by contacting your State Legislators and encouraging them to enact a bill to protect election workers — as well as voters — from interference and intimidation. Find your California Assembly Member and Senator! Sample script: Hello, my name is [your name]....
Seder Supplement: “The Four Children” of Voter Engagement

Seder Supplement: “The Four Children” of Voter Engagement

by Jewish Center for Justice | Apr 18, 2024 | Featured, JCJ Blog, Judaism, Voting, Voting Rights

The story of Passover is a story of fighting for justice. As we prepare to celebrate the upcoming eight days, we must remember to fight for justice and redemption in our own communities. With the 2024 General Election approaching, there’s no better place to start the...
A (Mostly) Complete Guide to Voting Rights Issues 

A (Mostly) Complete Guide to Voting Rights Issues 

by Jewish Center for Justice | Aug 24, 2023 | Featured, JCJ Blog, Voting

In 1965, Congress passed the Voting Rights Act to guarantee all Americans the right to vote. So why does it remain such a challenge for people to vote today? Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act prohibited “covered jurisdictions,” namely states and counties with a...
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