Happy Arab-American History Month! Arab-American culture is beautiful and rich, and we are celebrating with energy and excitement.
Want to join in the year-round celebration? Join us at Arab Fest in Knoxville. We can’t wait to see you all there.
Legislative session is coming to an end, and we’ve been watching and taking notes. Swipe to see which bills we’re watching in the House and Senate and click the 🔗 to take action via our Legislative Advocacy Center: https://www.aclu-tn.org/legislation-page/
Happy 4/20! 🍃 All Tennesseans deserve to celebrate today without fearing arrest. Let’s be blunt: data shows that Black Tennesseans face higher arrest rates than white Tennesseans across all counties.
Wanna see all the data? Check out the full report from @aclu_nationwide: https://bit.ly/3OswZzp
We urge Governor Lee to veto the Trans Registry Bill, SB 676/HB 754, because all Tennesseans deserve to decide who has access to their medical information.
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To learn more, visit: www.aclu-tn.org/press-releases/aclu-tn-urges-gov-bill-lee-to-veto-invasive-transgender-healthcare-registry-legislation/
We demand answers and accountability, and we won't stop here.
For more: www.aclu-tn.org/press-releases/aclu-tn-r...
#NoKings #Memphis
The voucher program promised opportunity. The reality reveals deep inequities. We're suing because #PublicFundsBelongToPublicSchools. 🏫
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For more: www.aclu-tn.org/press-releases/promise-vs-reality-who-is-tennessees-voucher-program-actually-serving/ #PublicFundsforPublicSchools 📚
Legislative Session is wrapping up, and we are taking notes and taking action on bills that affect Tennesseans most. Join us in the fight via our Legislative Advocacy Center: https://www.aclu-tn.org/legislation-page/
BREAKING: We're suing Tennessee for planning to execute Tony Carruthers on May 21 without considering critical DNA evidence that could prove his innocence.
ICE is reportedly arresting people inside Tennessee courts, so we're joining @tnimmigrant.bsky.social to urge judges to keep courthouses safe for everyone.
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For more: www.aclu-tn.org/press-releases/civil-rights-groups-press-tennessee-judges-to-keep-courthouses-safe-for-immigrants/
As more harmful legislation moves through the legislature, we’re keeping watch, taking notes, and ready to take action. Check out our Bills of the Week below, and join the fight via our Legislative Advocacy Center: https://www.aclu-tn.org/legislation-page/
Want to vote in the upcoming May elections in Tennessee? 🗳️ Today is the LAST day to register to vote, and you don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to vote for your rights. Need to register? Visit: https://ovr.govote.tn.gov/ ✔️
The No Kings rally was a call against authoritarianism. The Memphis Police Department responded with force. We demand an investigation.
Read our statement: https://www.aclu-tn.org/press-releases/mpdnokings/
To report a violation of the decree: action.aclu.org/legal-intake/aclu-tn-legal-intake-form
The fight for transgender rights and justice encompasses many issues, including legal reform, immigrants’ rights, and healthcare. We see and appreciate the efforts of trans people who are promoting civil liberties for all. 🏳️⚧️ #TransDayofVisibility
On Wednesday, our legal team will be at the Supreme Court defending the American tradition of birthright citizenship against President Trump's attacks.
We're prepared to fight for babies born in the U.S.A. and the families who love them.
James declined to move books the board ordered relocated from the children to the adult section. In a note to the board, she stated that complying would constitute “government-mandated viewpoint discrimination” and “violate the First Amendment right of all citizens of Rutherford County.” (2/2)
The Rutherford County Library System Board will meet today, March 30 at 5p.m. CT, to consider disciplinary action, including termination, of library director Luanne James. (1/2)
Born and raised in Memphis, Maxine Smith played a crucial role in the desegregation of TN schools. She continued her efforts with the NAACP and the Memphis Board of Education, helping lead campaigns that helped elect Black Memphians to prominent positions in the community. #WomensHistoryMonth
His daughter has been living in fear since. She doesn’t want to go outside and is constantly scanning for cars with tinted windows. Another time they went to get ice cream, she begged her father to take her home. One day as they were driving, they witnessed 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos getting detained by ICE. She asked her dad, “They can take kids too?” When they returned, she closed the curtains in the house and used her family’s shoes to block the front door. That same day, they saw ICE agents four other times, constantly hearing whistles in the background.
As ICE patrolled Minnesota, one man insisted keeping his family home, even though he's a citizen. That was until his 5-year-old daughter really wanted ice cream, saying “I’m brave. I can go.”
When they returned from the ice cream shop, ICE agents were at his house. Their reign of terror must end.
Black graphic with white text that reads "Birthright citizenship, noun. The principle that every baby born in the United States is a U.S. citizen, regardless of race, color, or ancestry. It is guaranteed by the Constitution’s 14th Amendment. It ensures that: Every child born in the U.S. has the same rights (with the narrow exception of children of foreign born diplomats) Politicians do not get to decide who among those born in our country is worthy of citizenship" ACLU-WA logo at the bottom.
Birthright citizenship has been a fundamental right in our country for over 150 years.
President Trump's efforts to end birthright citizenship are part of a broader effort to redefine who belongs in our country — we refuse to let that happen.
Our country doesn’t need a king, our country needs the freedom to protest, speak out, and live freely. Join us statewide for the 3rd round of the No Kings protest – we can’t wait to see you there.
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Not in Tennessee? Visit the 🔗 to find a No Kings protest near you: https://www.nokings.org/ #NoKings
The Trump Admin. does not have the right to undermine local control. Yesterday, we made that point very clear.
When Pres. Trump came to Memphis to show support for the unconstitutional National Guard deployment and UNSafe Task Force, our communities showed up.
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📸: Jamie R. Griffin
Ahead of President Trump's visit to Memphis tomorrow, it's crucial we keep each other informed and know our rights.
For more information, visit: www.aclu-tn.org/know-your-rights/federal...
Miriam DeCosta-Willis is a true example of perseverance & success. When rejected from the University of Memphis, she refused to give up & became the first Black faculty member there years later. She resided in Memphis as a scholar, educator, and writer until her passing in 2021. #WomensHistoryMonth
We’re truly lucky to have Tennessee-born women icons like Wilma Rudolph. As a historic Olympian from Clarksville, Wilma showed us what it means to fight through intense obstacles. Her life story serves as a template for many women who want to achieve goals that seem impossible. #WomensHistoryMonth
The new Secretary of Homeland Security faces a critical moment for the Trump administration's cruel mass detention and deportation policies.
As Congress debates funding for the department, these rogue agencies wreak havoc in our neighborhoods. We need real reforms, not just a new manager.
On Monday, we have the chance to make our demands loud and clear: books should not be banned just because officials don’t agree with the content. We’ve won before, and we can win again.
Click the 🔗 pack the room with us and send a message to the RuCo Library Board: https://linktr.ee/NoMoreBookBansTN
We have multiple positions open at ACLU-TN! From policy analysis, to leading a strong legal team, we want dedicated folks to join us in protecting civil liberties for all Tennesseans – visit the 🔗 to see all internships and jobs available: https://www.aclu-tn.org/careers/
The Trump administration's retaliation against Mahmoud Khalil for his political advocacy sets a dangerous precedent.
If the government can punish some of us for speech it doesn't like, then everyone's rights are in danger.
Aside from being a famous country singer & an East TN native, Dolly Parton has been an advocate for many causes. ✨
From founding the Imagination Library to supporting the LGBTQ+ community, Dolly is a prime example of what it means to shine bright on the stage & in our hearts. #WomensHistoryMonth
The 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday in Selma was a time to honor & advocate. ACLU-TN board members & staff traveled to Alabama for the commemoration – participating in a march, day of service, sharing information, & more.
We honor the legacy of those who fought for freedom by continuing the fight.