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Macon Takes a Stand Against Discrimination

The ACLU of Georgia today applauded the Macon-Bibb County Commission for passing a resolution in support of comprehensive nondiscrimi

March 7, 2017

ACLU of Georgia Reaffirms Commitment to Combating Discrimination Against Transgender Students

Following the U.S.

March 6, 2017

ACLU of Georgia Channels Interest into Activism at Freedom School Volunteer Training

The ACLU of Georgia’s first Freedom School training, held Saturday in midtown Atlanta, was a resounding success – bringing together more than 150 volunteers to learn the skills needed to resist President Trump’s agenda and protect civil liberties in Georgia.

March 6, 2017

ACLU of Georgia Testifies in Favor of Redistricting Reform

On Monday, February 27, the ACLU of Georgia testified in favor of Senate Resolution 6 and Senate Resolution 7, saying that the proposed constitutional amendment to create an independent bipartisan redistricting commission would ensure transparency and protect the voting power of minority communit

February 27, 2017

“Exact Match” Settlement A Victory for Voting Rights, ACLU of Georgia Says

The ACLU of Georgia today applauded the civil rights organizations involved in winning a settlement to help ensure that eligible Georgians will no longer be denied the right t

February 13, 2017

ACLU of Georgia Applauds Comprehensive Civil Rights Legislation

The American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia today applauded Senate Bill 119, comprehensive civil rights legislation introduced in the Georgia General Assembly this week by state Sen. Lester Jackson (D-Savannah).

February 9, 2017