ACLU of Minnesota
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ACLU-MN is dedicated to protecting and promoting the civil liberties of all Minnesotans. We are a nonprofit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(4). RTs ≠ endorsements.
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Joined February 2010
Tragic shooting killed Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman & her husband; Sen. John Hoffman & wife hospitalized. Despite statewide event cancellations, thousands gathered peacefully at the capitol. The ACLU stands with Minnesota—we won't let fear define us or Rep. Hortman's legacy.
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No Kings events in greater Minnesota have been cancelled today following last night's tragic shooting. As this situation evolves, please stay safe, remain vigilant, and follow guidance from local officials.
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Out of an abundance of caution, the No Kings event in NE MLPS has been canceled. Our hearts are with the elected officials targeted in last night’s shooting, their families and everyone impacted by this tragedy. Check with local No Kings organizers for info on other events.
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The freedom to read is fundamental to our democracy, and the ACLU-MN stands with St. Francis students demanding that their school board stop violating their constitutional right to access information. Learn more here: https://t.co/dtWHIiVmVA
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The ACLU-MN filed a lawsuit in district court today on behalf of a man harmed by Carver County Sheriff Jason Kamerud’s decision to hold people for ICE. https://t.co/Dgqo8yjF5X
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“No one – no matter what brings them to be housed in a county jail or other carceral facility – deserves to be deprived of the most basic of our human needs," said ACLU-MN Staff Attorney Catherine Ahlin-Halverson. Read the full lawsuit here: https://t.co/u0Fva2FWuH
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President-elect Trump has been clear about his plans to enforce mass deportations and tear apart families — but we can fight back. Tell Congress: Block Trump’s plans for mass deportations by cutting funding to the Department of Homeland security. https://t.co/JAywUW3GtL
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Making history this morning, our @ACLU colleague Chase Strangio will be 1st known transgender person to argue before SCOTUS. In U.S. v. Skrmetti, the Court will determine if politicians can prevent trans youth from accessing gender-affirming care. 🏳️⚧️ https://t.co/Ckal67PuOR
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For Chase Strangio, the professional path that’s led to this moment – in which he’ll have 15 minutes to present an argument defending gender-affirming care for trans youth before the Supreme Court –...
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Everyone deserves fundamental rights and the ACLU is fighting to protect them. This Giving Tuesday, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $250K. Help us keep the fight strong. Donate today.
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Fight back against bigotry, injustice and inequality. Make your donation to the ACLU today.
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The incoming administration poses a dire threat to our fundamental liberties and democracy. The ACLU has the blueprint to stop the Trump administration from undermining our freedoms, but we need you with us. Join us for Giving Tuesday by donating here:
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President Biden campaigned on addressing the death penalty and he has one last chance to take meaningful action before Trump assumes office. Tell Biden to ACT now and commute the sentences of people on death federal row: https://t.co/CVujBW8iKm
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Join the ACLU-MN and pro bono partner Fredrikson & Byron on at 12 p.m. on Wednesday to discuss some of the most important civil right cases before the Minnesota state appellate courts this year. CLE credit pending approval. Learn more and register at https://t.co/nGmWNCwNyP
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With the unfettered ability to buy our sensitive data, Trump could go after communities of color, people opposing his policies, and anyone seeking gender-affirming or reproductive care. Tell Biden to act and end federal purchases of data without a warrant: https://t.co/9foiURVjvv
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Decolonize Thanksgiving by honoring Indigenous people -- here are a few ways how to do that!
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This case is about the Fourth Amendment's protection from excessive force by law enforcement and about the long tradition of law enforcement officers using disproportionate force against protestors, and the threat that poses to American democracy. https://t.co/JJOw4aMQZR
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Tell the Biden administration to stop the expansion of immigration detention facilities – and close abusive detention facilities once and for all – before Donald Trump takes office. Take action: https://t.co/A6WYqWIDyG
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Join the ACLU-MN and pro bono partner Fredrikson & Byron to discuss some of the most important civil right cases before the Minnesota state appellate courts this year. CLE credit pending approval. Learn more and register at https://t.co/nGmWNCwNyP
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Today, at 2:30, come hear community partners, special guest AG Ellison, and ACLU-MN leadership speak about the firewall for freedom that you can help build here in Minnesota. Register now: https://t.co/uOD5iFjenI
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Join us Monday Nov. 25th and hear from ACLU-MN leadership, community partners, and special guest AG Keith Ellison about the impact of a second Trump administration on our most vulnerable communities and what we are going to do about it. Register today: https://t.co/qC10upWwKX
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