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ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Back-To-School Bookshelf 2026: Artists, Authors, and Creators Share Their Favorite Reads ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Civil Liberties
In our series, the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ has teamed up with artists, authors, Hachette Book Group, and content creators to share books that have helped them better understand civil liberties and civil rights, fight for our communities and our Constitution, and increase engagement in creating a more perfect union.
By Hibah Ansari
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Back-To-School Bookshelf 2026: Artists, Authors, and Creators Share Their Favorite Reads ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Civil LibertiesPodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
The Trump Administration Is Disappearing Immigrants and Asylum Seekers in Growing Third Country Removal Campaign
Through shadowy deportation agreements, the Trump administration is sending detained individuals to countries where they have no ties — and may face persecution.
By Sarah Mehta
The Trump Administration Is Disappearing Immigrants and Asylum Seekers in Growing Third Country Removal Campaign
Montana Sets Gold Standard for Indigenous Education Nationwide
The ºìÐÓÊÓƵ, ºìÐÓÊÓƵ of Montana, and the Native American Rights Fund reached a landmark settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit over the state’s failure to implement its own Indigenous education law.
By Lisa Francois
Montana Sets Gold Standard for Indigenous Education Nationwide
Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties Threat
In response to Flock’s announcement of operational changes, the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ breaks down why many fall short.
By Chad Marlow for Tracking ALPR Cameras
Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties ThreatPodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
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At the Polls, Episode 5: Why is Voting so Inaccessible to People with Disabilities?
Voters with disabilities are legally guaranteed equal access to the ballot, but for many, voting remains inaccessible.
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Voters with disabilities are legally guaranteed equal access to the ballot, but for many, voting remains inaccessible.
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Photographer Josue Rivas on Indigenous Representation
This week on Monday, October 12th, a growing number of states and cities across the country celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day.Â
This week on Monday, October 12th, a growing number of states and cities across the country celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day.Â
What You Need to Know ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Orleans Parish District Attorney Candidates
See where local candidates land on civil liberties and civil rights.
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See where local candidates land on civil liberties and civil rights.
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Let People Vote: Our Fight for Your Right to Vote During 2020
Twenty-eight victories to safeguard our fundamental right to the ballot.
By Dale Ho
Twenty-eight victories to safeguard our fundamental right to the ballot.
By Dale Ho
The Race for Arizona State House District 20
See where local candidates land on civil liberties and civil rights.
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See where local candidates land on civil liberties and civil rights.
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The Race for Arizona State House District 23
See where local candidates land on civil liberties and civil rights.
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See where local candidates land on civil liberties and civil rights.
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At the Polls: Why is it so Hard for 25% of Americans to Vote?
One in four American adults lives with a disability. And that doesn’t even include the fact that about 45% of Americans live with a chronic illness. During a global pandemic, that means that a huge portion of the electorate has health conditions that impact their ability to vote safely. A new...
One in four American adults lives with a disability. And that doesn’t even include the fact that about 45% of Americans live with a chronic illness. During a global pandemic, that means that a huge portion of the electorate has health conditions that impact their ability to vote safely. A new...
The Supreme Court to Decide Whether Chicago Can Keep Cars Locked Up When Debtors File for Bankruptcy
As our country grapples with an economic recession that has plunged millions of people into financial crisis — with Black and Brown communities...
By Nusrat Choudhury
As our country grapples with an economic recession that has plunged millions of people into financial crisis — with Black and Brown communities...
By Nusrat Choudhury
An Indigenous Woman Made it to Safety in the U.S. DHS Won't Let it Go.
An Indigenous woman was persecuted for being Mayan in Guatemala. DHS wants to be able to pull her and her daughter out of their family’s arms in...
By Ashoka Mukpo
An Indigenous woman was persecuted for being Mayan in Guatemala. DHS wants to be able to pull her and her daughter out of their family’s arms in...
By Ashoka Mukpo
The Right to Abortion is on the Ballot in Colorado This November
Proposition 115 shows no compassion for what families face in unimaginably complicated circumstances and takes away the ability of doctors to...
By Denise Maes, Carolyn Ehrlich
Proposition 115 shows no compassion for what families face in unimaginably complicated circumstances and takes away the ability of doctors to...
By Denise Maes, Carolyn Ehrlich
