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Feb 5, 2024

59 Years Strong: Threading the Brief Yet Powerful History of Black Americans' Voting Rights

Can you believe it hasn’t even been 60 years? It is a brief yet impactful history that continues to unfold, from historic triumphs to present challenges. Let's celebrate progress and rally for a future of...

Next year marks 60 years since the Voting Rights Act of 1965 granted Black Americans the right to vote.

Dec 20, 2023

All Hands on Deck: Addressing Injustice in Our Criminal Legal System

ACLU of NC urges Governor Cooper to exercise his clemency powers amid racial injustice and mass incarceration. We stand united with our coalition partners, calling for justice, fairness, compassion, and the...

Dec 12, 2023

North Carolina Student Faces Challenges Stemming From Reliance on Police in Schools

This academic year, Amerie, a Black student, found herself increasingly immersed in the challenging issue of adverse treatment of Black students by law enforcement.

Oct 17, 2023

How to Avoid Fake Abortion Clinics

Instead of allocating funds to organizations that can provide prenatal care and other maternal medicine, the state is funneling money into organizations that exist to counsel vulnerable people against...

Aug 24, 2023

The State of LGBTQ Rights in NC

The North Carolina General Assembly recently passed several bills targeting transgender youth despite Governor Cooper's veto. Here's everything you need to know.

Jul 13, 2023

Sustaining a Participatory Democracy

When we all learn and raise awareness, engage in advocacy, and participate in democratic processes, we can identify and challenge harmful and restrictive legislation and offer better and healthier...