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As the ballots are counted, we ask You, Dear Lord, hold us all. | |
Reach those who receive more votes with Your Graceful Spirit. Teach them humility. | |
Reach those who receive fewer votes with Your Wisdom. Teach them patience. | |
Remind us, Holy One, that power is meant to be temporary and that, in the end, loving our neighbors is the only Policy that matters. Amen. |
This untitled prayer for US Election Day was written by Rabbi Menachem Creditor and shared through the Open Siddur Project Facebook Discussion Group on 8 November 2022.
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