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Why Not You? Jewish Women and the Path to Political Leadership

Why Not You? Jewish Women and the Path to Political Leadership

04 Nov 2026
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Voting is one important way to participate in our democracy. But our civic power does not end when we cast a ballot. What does it really take to run for office? What are campaigns like behind the scenes? How do people find their way into political or government staffing? How does public life affect family and career? And where can you find the training, mentorship, and support to take a first step? Join us for a candid and practical conversation...
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Nomi Joyrich volunteering

Amid Election Suspicion, Faith Leaders Are Building Trust

04 Nov 2026
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Long before voters headed to the polls on Election Day, faith leaders across the country had been working to build relationships with the election officials and volunteers working to make voting safe and secure. The city of Hamtramck, Mich., has been a site of numerous election contestations in the last year: a tightly contested mayoral race that has an ongoing lawsuit, allegations of ballot harvesting, and the firing of the previous city clerk for partisan displays. For all of these...
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Decode the Ballot

Decode the Ballot

07 Oct 2026
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Florida voters: do you know what’s on your ballot this November? Join us for Decode the Ballot on Wednesday, October 14 at 7 PM ET on Zoom for an informative, nonpartisan look at Florida’s constitutional amendments and the Miami-Dade County referendums. Understanding what’s on the ballot is part of being an informed voter — and an informed electorate is essential to protecting democracy, religious freedom, and the separation of church and state. The statewide amendments will be discussed first, so Floridians outside Miami-Dade are...
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Bradley Onishi

American Caesar: Are We Already There?

01 Oct 2026
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What has happened to Christian nationalism since the 2024 election, and where is it taking our country now? Join JFASD and Dr. Bradley Onishi on October 22 for American Caesar: Christian Nationalism and the Fight for Secular Democracy. We’ll examine the growing alliance among Christian nationalists, reactionary religious networks, and powerful technology leaders, and what it means for religious freedom, fundamental rights, and American democracy. This is a virtual event. Oct. 22nd at 8 pm ET Register here:: https://bit.ly/BRADLEYONISHI  

Curious Conversations: Immigration, Identity and American Democracy

01 Oct 2026
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This new two-part interfaith dinner series is designed to move beyond lectures and into real conversation. Through brief background, shared stories and facilitated table discussions, we’ll explore immigration, belonging, faith and democracy and make space for people to listen openly, reflect honestly and engage across different experiences and perspectives. You are invited to join us at one, or even better, both dinners! Sunday, October 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM — “Because We Were Strangers…” The first evening will explore the history of...
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What's on my ballot

Trust at the Polls—What’s on your Ballot?

01 Oct 2026
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Arizona’s November ballot is a long one. This free, nonpartisan programpresented by the League of Women Voters of Southern Arizona and the American Association of University Women will walk through the propositions by topic and help voters understand what they mean.Tucson Jewish Museum & Holocaust Center, 564 S. Stone Ave. Details and registration: tjmhc.org/programs-and-events
Bad Faith Screening

Screening of “Bad Faith: Christian Nationalism’s Unholy War on Democracy”

01 Oct 2026
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Join us at The Loft Cinema for a FREE screening of Bad Faith: Christian Nationalism’s Unholy War on Democracy, followed by an opportunity to reflect and connect. Hosted by Mountain Vista Unitarian Universalist Congregation and sponsored by TJMHC, Democracy Unites Us and JFASD. Seats are on a first-come, first-serve basis so arrive early. No need to register ahead of time! The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Blvd.
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