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Oct 08, 2021
What the Supreme Court Can and Can’t Do About Mass Incarceration in the Current Term
As the high court heads into a new term, it’s important to keep an eye on critical cases while recognizing the limits of the bench.
Sep 13, 2021
Redistricting is Starting — Here’s What You Need to Know
Census data release marks the official start of the once-in-a-decade redistricting process
Sep 10, 2021
Governor Cooper Vetoes Harsh Anti-Protester Legislation
“This proposal was clearly retaliatory legislation in response to the public demands for racial justice we witnessed last year. Had this become law, it would have dissuaded people from engaging in constitutionally protected acts of protest and empowered law enforcement to target those who...
Sep 10, 2021
ACLU of NC Applauds Gov. Cooper’s Veto of HB 324
“This legislation is part of a nationwide coordinated effort to pass classroom censorship laws that silence Critical Race Theory, diversity curricula, and discussions about racism, sexism, and inequity. We urge lawmakers to uphold the Governor’s veto and protect students’ rights to inclusive...
Sep 03, 2021
Federal Court Affirms Protections Against Discrimination Under Title VII
In a victory for LGBTQIA employee protections, a federal court in North Carolina ruled today that Charlotte Catholic High School violated Title VII when it fired a substitute teacher, Lonnie Billard, for announcing his plans in a Facebook post in 2014 to marry his longtime same-sex partner.
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