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41 Inspiring Women from Maryland History You Need to Know

More important and fascinating women are newly added to the latest edition of our Women’s History heroes celebration this year!

By Nehemiah Bester

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Mar 27, 2026

Community Leaders, Elected Officials, and Civil Rights Organizations Challenge DHS’s Secret, Rushed Plan to Convert Hagerstown Warehouse into Mass Immigration Detention Center

Amicus brief warns of serious risks to water supply, public health, emergency services, and the fundamental dignity of those detained, with no meaningful notice or input from local residents
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Stay informed on civil rights issues. Discover our latest actions and updates in the Press Release section.

Dec 20, 2021

Nehemiah Bester’s 12 Must-Reads of 2021

A collection from the ACLU of Maryland.

By Nehemiah Bester

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Nov 08, 2021

ACLU MD to County Council: Create a 2nd Majority Black District (Testimony & OpEd)

Full testimony published as an OpEd on Forward Baltimore on November 8, 2021.

By Justin Nalley

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Nov 01, 2021

Veto Overrides Now: Time to Finally Enact Parole Reform and Protect Immigrants

Our legislators must override Governor Hogan’s vetoes to create a better Maryland for all.

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Oct 27, 2021

Spooky! What Civil Rights Violations Scare Us Most This Halloween Season

Together, we can prevent a scary future and build a better community.

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Oct 20, 2021

Talk to Kids About Race in Schools? Yes, We Should.

Cultural relevancy and race equity learning belong in the classroom.

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Oct 20, 2021

MURPHY/HELDRETH: Time for State’s Attorney Braveboy to Reveal Dangerous-Officer List

OpEd published in The Washington Informer on October 20, 2021.

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Oct 06, 2021

Abortion Rights Are On the Line

New Supreme Court Session Begins

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Oct 05, 2021

Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month 2021

To kick off #LatinxHeritageMonth, ACLU of Maryland staff members shared what makes them proud of their Latinx heritage.

By Lorena Magdalena Diaz

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Oct 01, 2021

Here is What You Need to Know: New Laws Taking Effect This October

Want to find out about what new Maryland laws are going into effect October 1 that could affect you and your civil rights? Check out our list below.

By , Caylin Young

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