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Jewish Voices on Democracy
Collaboration with A More Perfect Union
JBI is pleased to be a part of A More Perfect Union, The Jewish Partnership for Democracy, a network committed to building and supporting a robust, well-resourced, non-partisan Jewish coalition working together to strengthen democracy. We will continue to add files to this page as they become available.
JBI provides information about accessible voting in every state, accessible fundamental documents such as the United States Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, and sermons and thought pieces on the Jewish values inherent in being part of a democratic society and engaging in civic life.
See below for downloadable braille files for use on a refreshable braille display. If you would like to receive any of these pieces in large print or audio, please contact the library at 212-545-8025 or library@jbilibrary.org.
Below we share a spectrum of voices who speak about Judaism and democracy. JBI is dedicated to a full expression of Jewish life and culture. We are committed to serving our community and advancing our cause without engaging in political activities or endorsing any political parties or candidates. Our efforts are focused solely on exploring the Jewish responsibility to engage in civic matters, and we strive to maintain a neutral stance on political matters to ensure inclusivity and impartiality in all our endeavors.
Jewish Imperative to Protect and Strengthen American Democracy
Countering Mis-, Dis-, and Malinformation (MDM) Toolkit (Excerpts from)
Communicating to Prevent Violence
What is Mis-, Dis-, or Malinformation (MDM)?
Accessible Voting
We’d like to share the following podcast with you by the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) that offers several helpful resources for accessible voting. Below please find the links to the podcast transcript and audio:
Accessible Voting
Know Your Rights as a Blind Voter!
The following essays in audio and BRF are a collection of Rabbis across the U.S. who commentate on the connection between Judaism and democracy. These sermons were shared during the High Holy Days, September and October of 2024.
Bringing Morality Back Into Politics
Kol Nidre 5785
Religion As The Ballast of Democracy
Rosh Hashanah Sermon
Rosh Hashanah Sermon
What Time Is It?
Yom Kippur 5785
Encountering The Image of The Divine
JBI Library in Your Life
We are committed to increasing accessibility and inclusion for anyone who is blind, has low vision, or has a print disability. This includes everyone, from the youngest readers pursuing a Jewish education to adults seeking materials for pleasure or religious observance to families who read together—and everyone in between with an interest in Jewish life and culture. Our services are always provided free of charge!
