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Deaths in Detention: Mortality Rate for People Detained by ICE More Than Doubles Under Trump Administration
Due to recent cuts to reporting requirements of deaths occurring after release, the complete number of deaths in and outside of detention could be even higher.
By Sofia Gonzalez
Deaths in Detention: Mortality Rate for People Detained by ICE More Than Doubles Under Trump AdministrationPodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµWomen's Rights Advocate Honors Gloria Steinem's Legacy
Attorney Ashley Johnson reflects how Gloria Steinem shares the work of the ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµand how it lit the way for her own future in advocacy.
By Ashley Johnson
ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµWomen's Rights Advocate Honors Gloria Steinem's Legacy
ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµBack-To-School Bookshelf 2026: Artists, Authors, and Creators Share Their Favorite Reads About Civil Liberties
In our series, the ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµhas teamed up with artists, authors, Hachette Book Group, and content creators to share books that have helped them better understand civil liberties and civil rights, fight for our communities and our Constitution, and increase engagement in creating a more perfect union.
By Hibah Ansari
ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµBack-To-School Bookshelf 2026: Artists, Authors, and Creators Share Their Favorite Reads About Civil Liberties
Veterans Share Why the Military Is Stronger When Women Can Serve in Ground Combat Roles
Veterans reflect on their military service, the requirements of ground combat occupations, and the decade-long integration of women into those roles.
By Ricardo Mimbela
Veterans Share Why the Military Is Stronger When Women Can Serve in Ground Combat RolesPodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
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How Face Recognition Fuels Racist Systems of Policing and Immigration — And Why Congress Must Act Now
When used by police and immigration enforcement, biometric surveillance technology can perpetuate an already dangerous racist system.
By Ashley Del Villar, Myaisha Hayes
When used by police and immigration enforcement, biometric surveillance technology can perpetuate an already dangerous racist system.
By Ashley Del Villar, Myaisha Hayes
Montana is Failing its Constitutional Promise to Teach Native American History
Equal access to learning Native American heritage and culture in our education institutions is a racial justice issue — and we’re suing to make...
By Alex Rate, Samantha Kelty
Equal access to learning Native American heritage and culture in our education institutions is a racial justice issue — and we’re suing to make...
By Alex Rate, Samantha Kelty
Tony Winner Ali Stroker Reframes Disability Representation and Identity
In this episode, we continue our celebration of Disability Pride Month with a conversation about representation.Â
In this episode, we continue our celebration of Disability Pride Month with a conversation about representation.Â
Secretary Mayorkas Pledged to End His Agency’s Anti-Immigrant Abuses. Here’s What He’s Delivered.
As he approaches the sixth month anniversary of his confirmation, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas’ progress report is mixed.
By Naureen Shah, Jonathan Blazer
As he approaches the sixth month anniversary of his confirmation, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas’ progress report is mixed.
By Naureen Shah, Jonathan Blazer
The ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµNational Advocacy Institute is Building the Next Generation of Leaders — Including Me
Since attending the institute, I've put my passions into practice in my community, but I'm just getting started. There are hundreds of stories just...
By Aaron Booe
Since attending the institute, I've put my passions into practice in my community, but I'm just getting started. There are hundreds of stories just...
By Aaron Booe
The UN’s George Floyd Resolution is a Vital Step Toward International Accountability
It’s now up to the Biden administration to take bold action on international human rights and racial justice.
By Christine Eldabh, Jamil Dakwar, Aaron Madrid Aksoz
It’s now up to the Biden administration to take bold action on international human rights and racial justice.
By Christine Eldabh, Jamil Dakwar, Aaron Madrid Aksoz
Do Black Americans Have the Right to Bear Arms?
Anti-Blackness determined the inclusion of the Second Amendment in the Bill of Rights, and has informed the unequal and racist application of gun...
By Ines Santos
Anti-Blackness determined the inclusion of the Second Amendment in the Bill of Rights, and has informed the unequal and racist application of gun...
By Ines Santos
Texas Voting Rights Attacks Warrant Congressional Action
On the first anniversary of John Lewis’ passing, attacks on voting rights throughout the nation are still happening. Congress and President Biden...
By Sophia Lin Lakin
On the first anniversary of John Lewis’ passing, attacks on voting rights throughout the nation are still happening. Congress and President Biden...
By Sophia Lin Lakin
The International Olympic Committee is Failing Black Women
Black women are required to alter their bodies and practices, inside and out, simply to step onto the playing field.
By Ria Tabacco Mar, ReNika Moore, Schanelle Saldanha
Black women are required to alter their bodies and practices, inside and out, simply to step onto the playing field.
By Ria Tabacco Mar, ReNika Moore, Schanelle Saldanha
Inequity Starts the Day a Child is Born
To effect systemic change, we must make the expanded Child Tax Credit permanent and ensure it reaches all children.
By Rakim Brooks, Emma Mehrabi
To effect systemic change, we must make the expanded Child Tax Credit permanent and ensure it reaches all children.
By Rakim Brooks, Emma Mehrabi