Amanda Scott Daigle

“Black voters and other voters of color need more protections. Maryland can address this critical need and cement its status as a national leader on voting rights by enacting the Maryland Voting Rights Act (MDVRA).” baltimorebeat.com/opinion-the-ti…

Protect your neighbors from Trump. Share: 🚨If ICE is outside your door, don’t panic & remember: YOU HAVE RIGHTS. Don’t open the door. Ask to see a warrant. ICE can’t enter w/o one. All 5 videos. 7 languages. At wehaverights.us. Watch and share:

The ACLU is ready to take action the minute Donald Trump takes oath of office. We have never been more prepared for the fight ahead. aclu.org/news/civil-lib…

Our deepest condolences go to Mr. Hennessy's family. We will never forget how well he captured @RossDeuel during oral arguments for Allen v. Milligan.

1 year and 16 days. That's how long Black Alabamians walked, biked, and went without public transport during the Montgomery Bus Boycott.🧵

There is no better team to defend the voting rights of Black Alabamians! @ACLU @ACLUAlabama @NAACP_LDF @SPLCenter @HoganLovells

BREAKING: A Federal court has granted our preliminary injunction to prevent SB1 from being enforced against blind, disabled, and low-literacy voters and those who help them with their absentee ballot applications. This ruling is a big step forward for voter rights in Alabama!

Voting from jail can be a challenging, costly undertaking, and many jailed voters are not provided with complete or accurate information about their right to vote. Here's how we can overcome some of these barriers: naacpldf.org/detained-and-d…

Georgia election officials must respect and uphold the will of the voters. This is a blatant attempt to delay results on election night and undermine that will.

With a few prompts on vote.gov, eligible voters in 46 states+D.C. can fill out a voter registration application, thanks to new tool from @EACgov and @USGSA. The tool is accessible for people with vision impairment and more user-friendly for all eligible citizens.

Rise & shine! It’s #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! If you recently moved, changed your name, became a citizen, or haven't already registered to vote, today is a GREAT day to get #VoteReady. Register to vote/check your #VoterRegistration status at bit.ly/2024nvrdreg

JUST IN: A federal judge has rejected an emergency request by Republican officials and groups to temporarily block a 2021 executive order by President Biden that calls for federal agencies to promote voter registration documentcloud.org/documents/2514…

BREAKING: A state court in Pennsylvania ruled that excluding mail ballots from eligible voters based on a missing or incorrect handwritten date on the return envelope violates the state constitution. Thousands of voters were excluded in prior elections on the basis of this meaningless error. This is a victory for voting rights.

The newly refreshed Vote.gov now offers resources in 17 languages, more accommodations for accessibility, and information on how to register to vote or update your registration in your state. Check it out now: Vote.gov

If you’re protesting in D.C. this week, know your rights. Here are some things to do before and during a protest to exercise your 1A rights. If you believe your rights have been violated or have experienced free speech suppression, contact us at acludc.org/help.

ICYMI: LDF client Mayor Patrick Braxton of Newbern, AL defeated efforts by white ousted town officials to block him from assuming office. Thanks to the settlement we secured Newbern, which is over 80% Black, will have its first election in nearly 60 years.

BREAKING: A federal court struck down restrictions in an Ohio law that would have made it more difficult for people with disabilities to get assistance when casting their ballot. This is a victory for voting rights.

Our legal director @DavidColeACLU is stepping down after 8 years defending our civil liberties. From over 400 legal actions against the Trump administration to shaping our State Supreme Court Initiative and more, we're grateful for how David's leadership drove the ACLU forward.

Reflections on 8 years fighting for civil rights and civil liberties @ACLU. An interview with National Law Journal law.com/nationallawjou…

A president who knows they can commit crimes with impunity is dangerous. Tell Congress: We need a constitutional amendment reestablishing criminal accountability for the president NOW. action.aclu.org/send-message/t…