Beachcomber Commentary: strengthening democracy in an age of disruption.
- Jennifer Hrachovec
- Jul 25
- 1 min read
July 23, 2025

JC Graham, President of the Vashon-Maury Community Council, wrote a commentary for the Beachcomber about how democracy is more than voting every few years.
Democracy doesn’t sustain itself. It requires ongoing care and commitment from all of us. By working together to make democracy more adaptable and responsive, we can ensure its resilience against authoritarian threats and preserve it as a source of hope and strength for future generations.

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