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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
10 Sep 2025
Understanding your rights can help you stay calm and advocate for yourself if approached by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or police. 🧵
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
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The ACLU-D.C. turns 65 today.

65 years of working to build a more just and free D.C. — and we are just getting started.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 6
What happens when fear and political pressure make constitutional rights politically inconvenient?

Explore this question with us at an evening featuring a pre-show panel discussion and a showing of the play Are You Now or Have You Ever Been?

Get tickets: acludc.org/event/pre-show…
A graphic with a background separated into four quadrants in varying sizes. In the top right quadrant is a large maroon rectangle with white text that reads: "Pre-Show Panel. Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been? See the play based on the House Un-American Activities Committee, where a group of artists face impossible choices: defend their integrity, protect their careers, or betray their peers. Join the pre-show talk with the ACLU of D.C.'s legal director Scott Michelman and executive director Monica Hopkins." In the top left quadrant is a navy blue rectangle with white text that reads: "November 13. 6:45-10:00pm. Arena Stage, Margot Kelly Grand Lobby, 1101 Sixth St. SW, Washington, DC 20024." In the bottom left quadrant is a white rectangle with navy blue text that reads: "Get Tickets Today. Promo Code: CivicDC2026." and the ACLU-D.C. logo. In the bottom right quadrant is an image of a report on the Investigation of Un-American Propaganda Activities in the United States from 1938.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 6
Did you know that trampling local freedoms in D.C. is costing taxpayers millions?

The Trump administration is set to dump $600 million tax dollars a year into occupying D.C. neighborhoods with troops.

Support local freedoms. Make D.C. the 51st state. acludc.com/51-state
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 6
Remember: If you are stopped by local or federal law enforcement or military troops, you do not have to unlock your phone or give government officials your password without a warrant.

For additional security, turn off biometric identification such as Face ID.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 6
No one is above the law. That includes federal agents.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 5
Today, ACLU-D.C. testified at the D.C. Council on the critical need to grant D.C. residents the right to make federal agents accountable when they violate people's constitutional rights.

Make federal agents accountable. Add your name to our petition. acludc.com/petition
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 5
What three things do you need to know if you encounter ICE agents in D.C.?

Listen to the latest episode of A More Perfect District podcast to find out what else immigrants should know about their rights. acludc.org/podcast/protec…
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 4
Let's be clear: More police and more jail time have not and will never solve all our problems in the District.

Public safety starts with investing in our communities, and in solutions that address the root causes of public safety issues and stop crime before it happens.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 4
The power of the people is greater than the people in power.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 4
We are ready to get to work with our new slate of elected leaders to protect our civil rights and liberties, fight for D.C. Statehood, and defend against the federal government meddling in the District’s affairs.

Read our full post-election statement: acludc.org/press-releases…
A dark maroon quote graphic from ACLU-D.C. executive director Monica Hopkins with white text that reads: "With the 120th Congress, we hope to see an end to the days of overturning the decisions of D.C.’s elected officials and undermining the will of D.C. residents and taxpayers. We hope to see a new age in which Congress recognizes that it cannot govern D.C. better than our own people."
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 3
Having issues voting? Call the Election Protection Hotline:

English: 1-866-OUR-VOTE / 1-866-687-8683
Spanish: 1-888-VE-Y-VOTA / 1-888-839-8682
Arabic: 1-844-YALLA-US / 1-844-925-5287
Bengali, Cantonese, Hindi, Urdu, Korean, Mandarin, Tagalog or Vietnamese: 1-888-274-8683
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 3
Did you know: D.C. has same-day voter registration! Just bring valid proof of D.C. residency with you.

Check out our voter guide to learn more same-day voter registration.
acludc.org/how-to-vote-in…
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 3
This Election Day, remember: Voting is a right, not a privilege. Make sure you know your voting rights when casting your ballot today.

If you experience any problems or have questions, call the Election Protection Hotline at 1-866-687-8683.
Navy blue graphic with two bands of light blue circles and two white brushstrokes at the top. Below is white text that reads: "Know Your Rights on Election Day | November 3. If the polls close while you’re still in line, stay in line – you have the right to vote. If you make a mistake on your ballot, ask for a new one. If the machines are down at your polling place, ask for a paper ballot." The ACLU-D.C. and Defending Our Vote logos are at the bottom of the graphic. Navy blue graphic with two bands of light blue circles and two white brushstrokes at the top. Below is white text that reads: "Know Your Rights on Election Day | November 3. If you run into any problems or have questions on Election Day, call the Election Protection Hotline: English: 1-866-OUR-VOTE / 1-866-687-8683. Spanish: 1-888-VE-Y-VOTA / 1-888-839-8682. Arabic: 1-844-YALLA-US / 1-844-925-5287. Bengali, Cantonese, Hindi, Urdu, Korean, Mandarin, Tagalog, or Vietnamese: 1-888-274-8683." The ACLU-D.C. and Defending Our Vote logos are at the bottom of the graphic.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 3
Reminder: Every voter has the right to cast their ballot free from intimidation.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 2
It's up to all of us to defend our democracy.

Check your voter registration and make a plan to vote tomorrow in D.C.'s general election.
acludc.org/how-to-vote-in…
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Nov 2
APPLY NOW: We're seeking candidates for a Digital Communications Strategist to lead in designing and executing the organization’s presence, outreach, and advocacy across email, SMS, website, and other digital platforms.

Submit your application today at acludc.org/jobs
A blue graphic with white text that reads: “Now Hiring. Digital Communications Strategist. Salary: $85,000 - $104,999. Application Deadline: November 22, 2026. The Digital Communications Strategist will lead the organization’s digital ecosystem, engagement strategy, and infrastructure to ensure supporters can easily find information, access resources, and deepen their involvement with the organization. Priority review will be given to applications received by Nov. 15, 2026. Due to the pace of the search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Apply today at acludc.org/jobs.” A pink and white dual-tone image of a hand holding a megaphone is in the bottom right corner. The ACLU-D.C. logo is in the bottom left corner.
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Oct 30
REMINDER: You have four more days to vote like your rights depend on it 🗳️ (Spoiler alert: they do!)

Get all the information you need to cast your ballot at acludc.org/2026
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Oct 30
Is there anything scarier than a federal agent above the law?

Make federal agents accountable in D.C. acludc.com/petition
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Oct 30
To tackle the affordability crisis, we need to tackle the accountability crisis.

We must unrig our political system to ensure that ordinary people have a voice in our democracy.
aclu.org/news/voting-ri…
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ACLU of the District of Columbia@ACLU_DC
Oct 29
It’s time to vote in D.C., which means it’s time to make your voting plan and know your voting rights.

Here are three things we want every D.C. voter to know.
acludc.org/news/three-thi…
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