Defending Our Rights to Equality, Liberty, and Justice

More than 470,000 Tennesseans have lost the right to vote, according to the Campaign Legal Center. That's 8% of the entire voting-age population in this state. And that number is not evenly spread. More than 21% of Black adults of voting age in Tennessee are affected. Yes, that's one in five.

After observing and documenting the Task Force, client Hunter Demster accounts arrest, harassment, and intimidation

Tennesseans have important decisions to make in November. Let's talk about them! Join the ACLU of Tennessee for a free evening of music, film, and honest conversation about the issues at stake for Tennesseans in November and why voter engagement matters right now. ACLU-TN is a nonpartisan organization. We do not support or oppose candidates for office; instead, we bring people together for dialogue and advocacy on the issues affecting civil liberties in Tennessee. The Sept. 9 Civic Soundcheck will include: Music The premiere of a short video series on voting rights restoration in Tennessee A diverse panel of voting rights and organizing experts And more details about our upcoming Party at the Polls We expect a room full of organizers, partners, and Tennesseans who want to do something before November. To RSVP, visit: http://act.aclu-tn.org/a/civic-soundcheck-9926

Mass Detentions and Deadly Force Reveal a Consistent Pattern in Task Force Operations