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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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Oct 2, 2026

ACLU of Maryland Statement on DOJ Lawsuit Challenging Maryland and Local Limits on Masked, Unidentified Federal Officers

This lawsuit is an attempt to shield federal agents from the same standards we expect of every other officer who serves our communities. We stand with Maryland and local leaders who are working to keep our communities safe, informed, and free from fear.

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Sep 15, 2023

12 Latinx/e Changemakers from Maryland

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

Aug 23, 2023

Know Your Rights Before Going Back to School

LGBTQ+ students should be protected, and their rights respected.

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Aug 01, 2023

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.

Jun 21, 2023

Dancing on My Own: How to Celebrate Pride & Queer Liberation While in Your Healing Era

Our wish is that now, more than ever, that these songs bring you unfiltered joy on your darkest days and inspire you to dance, without inhibition, with somebody who truly loves you.

By Alicia Smith

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Jun 14, 2023

Timeline: The Case for Justice for Anton Black

It’s time for people and institutions to be held accountable for brutal police actions and for this systemic racism to change. Anton Black’s life mattered.

Jun 14, 2023

Make an Impact: Celebrate Pride

5 Ways You Can Support Queer Liberation

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Jun 13, 2023

5 Years of Making “Good Trouble”

Dana Vickers Shelley celebrates and reflects on her fifth anniversary as Executive Director of the ACLU of Maryland.

By Dana Vickers Shelley

Dana Vickers Shelley is a Black woman with warm light brown skin, blond short hair, and is smiling at the camera. She is standing in front of a brick wall.

May 31, 2023

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

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May 30, 2023

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

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