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Jan 17, 2025

Mississippians Deserve More Freedom in 2025

The ACLU of Mississippi 2025 Legislative Agenda lays out a roadmap for legislators to protect, restore, and grow liberties for every Mississippian.

ACLU Mississippi 2025 Legislative Agenda

Jun 23, 2024

Taking Pride in Who We Are

When I challenged my school’s sexist dress code, I was fighting not just for my rights, but for self-expression everywhere.

By Larissa Hubbard, Student

When I challenged my school’s sexist dress code, I was fighting not just for my rights, but for self-expression everywhere.

By Larissa Hubbard, Student

Apr 26, 2024

The Reality of Intrusive Law Making: SB 2753

How much of our life should the government govern? According to some Mississippi legislators, the government's reach should extend to control even your visits to the bathroom.

By Kerrigan Clark, Advocacy Intern, Ashley H. McLaughlin, PhD, Director of Policy and Advocacy

How much of our life should the government govern? According to some Mississippi legislators, the government's reach should extend to control even your visits to the bathroom.

By Kerrigan Clark, Advocacy Intern, Ashley H. McLaughlin, PhD, Director of Policy and Advocacy

Apr 8, 2024

Report: Senate Judicial Redistricting Plan Would Weaken Black Voting Power

It is essential that our trial court judges to represent the diversity of their communities. It's not just about the numbers; it's about ensuring a fair and equal distribution of voting power and the...

Apr 1, 2024

Empowering Advocacy: My Path to Policy Work with the ACLU

Advocacy Intern Kerrigan Clark reflects on pivotal moments, insights, and her evolving role in shaping policy for equity in Mississippi.

By Kerrigan Clark, Advocacy Intern

Advocacy Intern Kerrigan Clark reflects on pivotal moments, insights, and her evolving role in shaping policy for equity in Mississippi.

By Kerrigan Clark, Advocacy Intern

Feb 21, 2024

The Fight for Fair Maps is Not Over

In Mississippi, the fight for fair maps is not over. Despite the adoption of new legislative district boundaries, several civil rights organizations and individual voters have challenged the maps for...

By Jarvis Dortch, Executive Director