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The ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµworks in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.

Aug 19, 2011

Tennessee and Virginia Agree: Stop Shackling Pregnant Women

Tennessee and Virginia Agree: Stop Shackling Pregnant Women

Jun 16, 2011

Rhode Island Stands Up For Pregnant Women in Prison: Says No to Shackling

Rhode Island Stands Up For Pregnant Women in Prison: Says No to Shackling

Apr 29, 2011

So, an ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµAttorney, a Sheriff, and a Pro-Lifer Walk Into a Bar...

So, an ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµAttorney, a Sheriff, and a Pro-Lifer Walk Into a Bar...

Mar 31, 2011

States Aim to Make the Grade When It Comes to Shackling Pregnant Prisoners

States Aim to Make the Grade When It Comes to Shackling Pregnant Prisoners

Dec 1, 2010

On World AIDS Day, Fight Ongoing Discrimination Against HIV-Positive Prisoners

On World AIDS Day, Fight Ongoing Discrimination Against HIV-Positive Prisoners

Sep 1, 2010

A Mother's Prayer

A Mother's Prayer

May 5, 2010

Remembering Francisco Castañeda

Remembering Francisco Castañeda

May 5, 2010

L.A. Men's Jail is a Modern-Day Medieval Dungeon

L.A. Men's Jail is a Modern-Day Medieval Dungeon

Apr 7, 2010

Incarcerating Pregnant Women Who Are Struggling With Addiction Makes for Bad Law and Even Worse Public Policy

Incarcerating Pregnant Women Who Are Struggling With Addiction Makes for Bad Law and Even Worse Public Policy

Mar 29, 2010

Washington State Bans Shackling of Pregnant Inmates

Washington State Bans Shackling of Pregnant Inmates