In this powerful Rosh Hashanah sermon, Rabbi Debbie Stiel reflects on the urgent need to protect and strengthen democracy in America. Drawing on Jewish history, biblical wisdom, and contemporary challenges, she explores why democracy matters not only for our nation but also for the Jewish community’s future. With honesty, hope, and a call to action, Rabbi Stiel reminds us that safeguarding freedom, justice, and civil discourse is a sacred responsibility we all share.