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On a berry colored background is a screenshot of a WSHU story. The title reads “CT resumes Clean Slate erasures after two-year delay.”
“It’s been a long time coming — the erasures were supposed to happen more than two years ago.”
🔗: ctmirror.org/2025/10/02/c...
On a yellow background, there is a screenshot of the article with the title on top, “Activisits say state response to overpass protests curbed political speech” by Reeti Malhotra and Adele Haeg.
ICYMI: “That should raise everybody’s alarm bells,” said Dan Barrett, legal director.
🔗: yaledailynews.com/blog/2025/09...
On a dark blue background, the following text appears in white: “The First Amendment protects the rights to free speech, belief, and association. The government may not retaliate against people or groups because they are criticizing someone's political views — especially when the government is trying to silence views it doesn't like.” In the bottom right corner is the ACLU of CT’s logo in white.
At a moment when the government is using every tool at its disposal to push ideological conformity, we’re here to remind you that the First Amendment protects our right to free speech, belief, and association.
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White and blue text: "Know Your Rights when interacting with federal agents, local law enforcement, or military troops: If you get stopped, ask if you’re free to go. If they say yes, walk or drive away. If you’re questioned, you can say, “I want to remain silent.” In some cases, you may be required to provide your name, address, immigration status, and/or ID. If an official asks to search you or your belongings, you have the right to say no, but do not obstruct access. They may have authority to conduct the search anyway. If they begin searching you or your vehicle, say clearly: “I do not consent to a search.” You do not have to unlock your phone or give government officials your password without a warrant. For additional security, turn off biometric identification such as Face ID. If law enforcement officers arrest you, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don't sign, say, or agree to anything without a lawyer present. If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries." Light blue ACLU logo. Blue arrow pointing to the right. Black background.
White and blue text: "Know Your Rights when witnessing federal agents, local law enforcement, or military activity in public: You have the right to talk about and publicize truthful information that you obtain lawfully, including about what law enforcement officers are doing and where they are doing it. You have the right to tell people their legal rights. If you are a lawyer, make clear you are not giving legal advice. You have the right to photograph or film anything in plain view, including federal buildings and law enforcement. These officials can’t confiscate or demand to view your photographs or video without a warrant, nor can they delete data under any circumstances. However, they may order you to move a reasonable distance away. If you think a command is unlawful, it’s safest to follow the order, document the interaction, and challenge it later. You can ask for officers’ names and badge numbers, as well as who to call if there are follow-up questions." Light blue ACLU logo. Black background.
No matter what uniform they wear, federal agents and military troops on our streets are bound by the Constitution.
For more information, go to aclu.org/deployment_kyr.
“Peacefully holding a protest sign on a sidewalk is as fundamental as it gets. If the government can shut that down, then none of our freedoms are safe. No one is going to save our democracy but us — it’s our responsibility to protect it.”
Read the full press release: www.acluct.org/press-releas...
Have you submitted your art yet? 👀
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On a black background, there is white text that reads “LGBTQ Students in Public Schools: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS” and below in a bulleted list reads “• Schools can't discriminate against you on the basis of your sexual orientation or gender identity. • Your school is required to respond to reports of harassment or discrimination. • You have the right to dress in a way that reflects your gender identity at school and at school events. • School officials can't "out" you to anyone, including your parents, without your permission. • You have a right to express yourself, including discussing LGBTQ topics • Schools can't prevent you from bringing dates of the same gender to school events. • Multiple courts have affirmed trans students' right to access separated programs and facilities (like bathrooms) consistent with their gender identity, and some states explicitly protect this right.” Below this text reads in white: “We're rooting for you this school year, and we have your back.” The ACLU logo is in the bottom right corner in pink.
You have the right to be yourself at your public school, no matter what lawmakers say.
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We shouldn't have to live in fear of masked, unidentifiable agents on our streets.
Tell Congress to pass the VISIBLE Act: action.aclu.org/send-message...
During a time of great challenge, we want to uplift the joy and resilience in our resistance.
We want to hear from you all! We welcome all mediums and voices.
Submit your art using the link below🔗
form.jotform.com/CTSCOOPS/Rou...
On an ombre background of purple, orange, white, and pink, neon purple text in the bottom left hand corner reads "LOVE wins." The ACLU of CT's logo in white is in the top right corner.
Marriage equality is still the law of the land in the United States and in Connecticut.
We won't go back.
When we won marriage equality at the Supreme Court in 2015, it was the culmination of decades of advocacy from the queer community.
Families across the country have built their lives around the landmark ruling that affirmed our freedom to marry — and we’ll defend that right no matter what.
Join us for another segment of our new four part training series Organizing to Protect Democracy where we’ll give you the tools you need to join the fight for civil liberties in your community and take meaningful action.
RSVP today to join us this Thursday, August 7!
act.aclu.org/a/ppseriestr...
We’ll continue to protect the right to protest - because our democracy depends on it.
Keep speaking out. We’ve got your back.
www.acluct.org/know-your-rights
While Rümeysa's story is harrowing, she hopes it can inspire people to create change.
Here's how.
In the 2025 legislative session, the ACLU of CT...
🏛️ Engaged with more than 50 partner orgs in more than 8 coalitions
📝 Submitted more than 100 testimonies in 16 legislative committees
🗣️ Helped more than 800 advocates engage with legislators
Find the full recap here: www.acluct.org/news/reflect...
And we’re live! Come join us as we break down the decisions and implications of two major LGBTQIA+ cases: U.S. v. Skrmetti and Orr v. Trump.
www.youtube.com/live/Sprr0L3...
The ACLU is launching a new four-part training series that will give you the tools you need to join the fight for civil liberties in your community and take meaningful action.
The first session is TODAY, July 8th at 8pm ET. RSVP today💪
act.aclu.org/a/pplpowerpo...
Have you RSVP’d yet? Join us this Wednesday, July 9th at 6:00pm.
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join the ACLU of CT and Equality CT on July 9th at 6:00pm for an interactive Zoom webinar featuring legal experts and community partners to discuss two important cases impacting LGBTQIA+ rights this year: U.S. v. Skrmetti and Orr v. Trump.
RSVP today! us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Today is the last day of the Supreme Court term. We’ve been closely watching the cases on their regular and shadow docket — keeping you all updated on what we know.
Stay updated on the decisions as they come using our live tracker🏛️
www.aclu.org/news/free-sp...
We're Hiring🗣️
We're looking for a Community Engagement and Education Program Director to build and strengthen relationships with supporters, activists, and communities across CT.
Learn more about this position at www.acluct.org/jobs/community-engagement-and-education-program-director
When our plaintiff Jim Obergefell lost his husband John, he simply wanted to be listed as his spouse on John’s death certificate.
Ten years ago today, Jim won at the Supreme Court in our monumental case, Obergefell v. Hodges, that brought marriage equality for same-sex couples to all 50 states.
Almost forgot this is the whole point: queer joy✨
We’ll be at Waterbury PrideFest this Saturday so stop by and say hi!
That's right! Come stop by Pride in the Park in Norwalk THIS Saturday, June 14th from 2-8pm 🥳
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On a purple and pink gradient background, the following words appear in the middle of the square in white: "WE'RE HERE AND WE'RE QUEER." There is one purple star in the top right corner and one pink star in the bottom left corner, and our white ACLU Connecticut logo in the bottom right corner.
We’re here, we’re queer, and we’ll see you in court✌️
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“This preliminary injunction reinforces that these students belong at their colleges and universities, and that DHS unfairly and unlawfully targeted them," said ACLU Foundation of CT legal director Dan Barrett.
Read the full press release here: www.acluct.org/en/press-rel...
This week, the House just passed a bill that included amendments to strengthen the Trust Act, including enforceability provisions to ensure real protection.
Here’s what ACLU of CT public policy and advocacy director Chelsea-Infinity Gonzalez had to say about it.
Today, we’re joining ACLU Connecticut in urging legislators to fully fund the Connecticut Voting Rights Act. With voting rights under attack, Connecticut can protect voters and show it will not tolerate threats against the right to participate in American democracy.
Today, we’re joining @acluct.bsky.social in urging legislators to fully fund the Connecticut Voting Rights Act.
With voting rights under attack, Connecticut can protect voters and show it will not tolerate threats against the right to participate in American democracy. buff.ly/dBWln62
Today, the state’s voting rights coalition and others joined together again today at the Capitol in solidarity for voting rights access and adequate funding, the Secretary of the State’s Office, and no-excuse absentee voting.
Read the full release here: www.acluct.org/en/press-rel...
This Wednesday, we’re lobbying to fund the CTVRA. Where will you be? 👀
RSVP using the link below to join!
📍 Legislative Office Building, 300 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT
🗓️ Wed., May 21
⏰ 10:00am press conference followed by 11:00am to 3:00pm lobbying
🔗 forms.office.com/r/v9nHv2U3yu
