12 Latinx/e Changemakers from Maryland

This Latinx/e Heritage Month Hear About these Past and Present Changemakers

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Anti-immigrant rhetoric is violent and manifests from racism

A local sheriff, who was recently indicted on allegations of breaking federal gun laws, is an example of this violence.

By Nick Taichi Steiner,

Left side has a sign that says, "No Racismo, No 287g." The right side has a picture of Sheriff Chuck Jenkins.

Charges alleging abuse of power show need to end 287(g) immigration program

When the U.S. Department of Justice announced the indictment of Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins recently, it didn’t come as a surprise to see that Jenkins was charged with crimes related to abuse of power.

By Nick Taichi Steiner

People hands shown holding a protest sign that says, "No Racismo, no 287g."

Explore the Richness of Korean Culture through my Favorite Recipes

My family history is deeply intertwined with the economic, political, and historical dynamics of both Korea and Hawaii in the early 1900s.

By Olivia Spaccasi

Olivia Spaccasi is standing with three family members. They are outside in Hawaii with trees, a house, and a blue sky behind them.

12 AAPI Advocates and Organizations You Need to Know

Highlighting Asian American and Pacific Islander activists and organizations, from Maryland and nationwide, from history to current heroes.

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Marylanders Took Action on Lobby Day 2023

ACLU staff and their family members, activists, students, community leaders, and concerned residents from all corners of Maryland came together to meet with their state legislators in Annapolis and advocate for a better Maryland for each other.

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Know the Facts about the Racist, Anti-Immigrant 287(g) Program

Immigrants' rights are more important now than ever. And one pressing issue on the minds of many in Maryland is that the 287(g) program continues to plague us.

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31 Songs for 31 Festive Days of Latinx/e Heritage

This Latinx/e Heritage Month "Poder de la Cultura" playlist includes songs that tie into our work at the ACLU of Maryland and the rest are just classics and good vibes.

By , Lorena Magdalena Diaz, Jay Jimenez, Sergio España

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15 Actions You Can Take to Celebrate Latinx/e Heritage Month

It's Latinx/e Heritage Month! We are kicking it off by giving you 15 ways you can celebrate it in a way that honors Latinx/e heritage.

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Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month 2022.