ACLU of Vermont
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Defending and advancing civil rights and civil liberties in the courts, in the legislature, and in our communities.
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Read the letter and add your voice at acluvt.org/news.
Contact your lawmakers and the Governor to share this crucial message!
Contact your lawmakers and the Governor to share this crucial message!
November 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Read the letter and add your voice at acluvt.org/news.
Contact your lawmakers and the Governor to share this crucial message!
Contact your lawmakers and the Governor to share this crucial message!
Over 175 organizations, businesses, and faith communities from across Vermont came together in solidarity to issue an open letter to Governor Scott and state lawmakers urging them to publicly commit to using the full power of their office to defend our rights, the environment, and our democracy.
November 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Over 175 organizations, businesses, and faith communities from across Vermont came together in solidarity to issue an open letter to Governor Scott and state lawmakers urging them to publicly commit to using the full power of their office to defend our rights, the environment, and our democracy.
Read the full op-ed at acluvt.org/news
November 18, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Read the full op-ed at acluvt.org/news
The collective strength of people and communities remains the most critical force for resistance. From successful court battles to local protests and leaders refusing to comply with unlawful federal demands, these efforts are defending our constitutional foundations.
November 18, 2025 at 3:52 PM
The collective strength of people and communities remains the most critical force for resistance. From successful court battles to local protests and leaders refusing to comply with unlawful federal demands, these efforts are defending our constitutional foundations.
In the face of executive overreach and efforts to undermine democracy, where does our true power lie?
November 18, 2025 at 3:52 PM
In the face of executive overreach and efforts to undermine democracy, where does our true power lie?
Throughout this series, we'll be breaking down the big cases, recapping oral arguments, and demystifying Court procedures. And when decisions drop, we'll translate the legalese and explain what these outcomes really mean for Vermont. Check out the first issue below!
www.acluvt.org/news/the-gav...
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The Gavel: A SCOTUS Primer (Issue 1) - ACLU of Vermont
Through this series, we'll be demystifying Supreme Court procedures, introducing you to some of the most important civil rights and civil liberties cases of the year, summarizing oral arguments, and b...
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November 3, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Throughout this series, we'll be breaking down the big cases, recapping oral arguments, and demystifying Court procedures. And when decisions drop, we'll translate the legalese and explain what these outcomes really mean for Vermont. Check out the first issue below!
www.acluvt.org/news/the-gav...
www.acluvt.org/news/the-gav...
To help Vermonters learn what's happening at the Court and what's at stake, the ACLU of Vermont is excited to announce the release of The Gavel, a new blog that explores the most important civil rights and civil liberties cases on the docket.
November 3, 2025 at 11:20 PM
To help Vermonters learn what's happening at the Court and what's at stake, the ACLU of Vermont is excited to announce the release of The Gavel, a new blog that explores the most important civil rights and civil liberties cases on the docket.
We appreciate our allies who have led the charge to fight these harms, but we need all our elected officials to take a stand and address the racism embedded in our systems and institutions. Now is not the time for platitudes—it is a time for leadership and action.
www.acluvt.org/press-releas...
www.acluvt.org/press-releas...
ACLU Vermont Statement on State Senator Samuel Douglass’ Participation in Racist Group Chat - ACLU of Vermont
Amidst racial profiling, departures of leaders of color, and worsening disparities, ACLU calls on lawmakers to address racism embedded in Vermont's systems.
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October 15, 2025 at 11:46 PM
We appreciate our allies who have led the charge to fight these harms, but we need all our elected officials to take a stand and address the racism embedded in our systems and institutions. Now is not the time for platitudes—it is a time for leadership and action.
www.acluvt.org/press-releas...
www.acluvt.org/press-releas...
The Pride Center announced its decision to pause operations and shared details about an emergency fundraising effort to fill its $350,000 gap here: www.pridecentervt.org/2025/10/09/p...
Pride Center of Vermont - Operational Pause 10/10 -
Dear Community, For 26 years, Pride Center of Vermont (PCVT) has had the profound honor of serving and standing alongside 2STLGBQIA+ Vermonters. We’ve been a gathering place, a resource, a […]
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October 10, 2025 at 12:40 AM
The Pride Center announced its decision to pause operations and shared details about an emergency fundraising effort to fill its $350,000 gap here: www.pridecentervt.org/2025/10/09/p...
Queer and trans Vermonters need and deserve access to spaces where they can seek refuge and be fully seen and celebrated for who they are. That is what the Pride Center has offered for over two decades. As the fight for liberation continues, we will honor their vital legacy.
October 10, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Queer and trans Vermonters need and deserve access to spaces where they can seek refuge and be fully seen and celebrated for who they are. That is what the Pride Center has offered for over two decades. As the fight for liberation continues, we will honor their vital legacy.
This is an especially difficult time for Vermont to lose a pillar of the state’s queer and trans community, as LGBTQIA+ communities nationwide face growing threats to their rights and dignity.
October 10, 2025 at 12:40 AM
This is an especially difficult time for Vermont to lose a pillar of the state’s queer and trans community, as LGBTQIA+ communities nationwide face growing threats to their rights and dignity.