Pride Pioneer: Gay Pride Has North Dakota Roots

We owe it to the future LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit North Dakotans to carry the fight forward.

By Cody J. Schuler

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Protecting Students' Free Speech: Anthony Romero's Message to Graduates

In his City College commencement speech, Anthony Romero urged graduates to champion free speech and open dialogue on campus.

Anthony Romero giving the commencement speech at the Colin Powell School of City College of New York.

Despair and Resignation Are Not A Strategy: How to Fight Back In A Second Trump Term.

The ACLU has the battle-tested playbook to defend civil rights and liberties. Should we face a second Trump administration, we’re ready.

Donald Trump speaks at campaign event.

Why Speaking at City Commission Meetings Matters

Use your voice to help drive improvements in your community and make it a better place for everyone to live, work, and play.

Attendees at a Fargo City Commission Meeting

Want to contact elected officials but don't know how? Here's how to reach them in Fargo, West Fargo and Moorhead

Everyone may need to contact their local government representatives at some point to share an idea, express an opinion or get a question answered.

Fargo City Hall

Why is the ACLU Representing the NRA Before the US Supreme Court?

The ACLU has always stood up for free speech – no matter the speaker.

Free Speech supporters hold up a sign reading "FREEDOM = FREE SPEECH" outside the U.S. Supreme Court.

Let Fargo Speak: Don’t Let the Fargo City Commission Silence Your Voice

The ability to speak out at town meetings is a time-honored tradition, designed to ensure that members of the public have a meaningful opportunity to be heard before their elected representative officials. 

By Cody J. Schuler

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A Guide to Taking Action at Public Meetings

Elected officials offer public comment periods during their meetings to hear from members of their community about the issues that matter most to them.

By Cody J. Schuler

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A Year In Review with the ACLU

This year, we showed up.

By Janna Farley

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