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The ACLU of Connecticut is a nonprofit 501c4 organization. Visit linktr.ee/acluct for more about us, the ACLU Foundation of CT, and ACLU of CT Rise PAC.

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Jimmy Fitch-DeSimone @sonnavafitch.bsky.social · 10h
Connecticut residents, do you have a plan to vote? These midterms are incredibly important! Learn the 3 ways to vote in CT! Was so excited to work on this with the @acluct.bsky.social organization to make sure everyone has a plan to vote!
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
We are holding another virtual voter education session next week! We'll learn how to organize and understand our voting rights and options this year. If you haven't been able to join us yet, sign up today to join us on Oct. 8 from 6pm. 🔗▶️ secure.ngpvan.com/8RgQOYEkOUCwLHlCN…
On a light green background, "Train the Trainer #3: Virtual Voter Education Session on Thurs., October 8th at 6:00 PM ET" and under that text is "We’ll use this space to discuss strategies to organize your networks so, as  voters, we better understand our rights and options and can share that information with others. RSVP for Zoom link." On the right hand side of the graphic, there are three lines of voting bubbles and the white ACLU Connecticut logo on the bottom center line.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
also kinda chic to join the movement and become a member of your local ACLU✨
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
You're not going to want to miss this👀🗳️ We're hosting our second Train the Trainer in just a few hours—don't worry, you can still join us! Register now to join us TODAY at 12pm: secure.ngpvan.com/0JFQcLKUUEiOImyLE…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
ICE's attack in Meriden on Wednesday should serve as a warning to CT lawmakers. We need laws like the Trust Act to include real enforcement mechanisms, real consequences for violations, and real protections. 🔗▶️ www.acluct.org/press-releases/aclu-…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
On Mon., Sept. 28, we're spending some time to talk about how we can organize ourselves and our neighbors to understand our voting rights and options. Register for our next Train the Trainer session at 12pm ET this coming Monday🗳️ 🔗▶️ secure.ngpvan.com/0JFQcLKUUEiOImyLE…
On a dark green background, "Train the Trainer #2: Virtual Voter Education Session on Mon., September 28th at 12:00 PM ET" and under that text is "We’ll discuss strategies to organize your networks so, as  voters, we better understand our rights and options and can share that information with others. RSVP for Zoom link." On the right hand side of the graphic, there are three lines of voting bubbles and the white ACLU Connecticut logo on the bottom center line.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Join us on Wed., Sept. 30th at 7pm ET at the Westport Library🗳️ You will learn strategies for organizing your networks to ensure CT voters understand their rights and voting options. Register today ▶️ westportlibrary.org/event/plan-your…
On a dark green background is a translucent collage of images of our staff at voting-related events is the following text in white centered down the image: "The ACLU of Connecticut is inviting you to our...Plan Your Vote Event at the Westport Library Wed., September 30th 7:00 pm ET Join us at the Westport Library for a discussion on voting rights, election protection, and our voter education toolkit. Together, we will learn strategies to share Connecticut’s voting options—including early in-person, Election Day, and absentee voting." The "Plan Your Vote Event at the Westport Library" is in bright green with the ACLU Connecticut logo in bright green right under the text.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
What are you doing today? 👀🗳️ We are joining forces with the Hamden Human Rights & Relations Commission to spread the word about the 3 ways of voting: early in-person, absentee, and in-person on Election Day. Join us TODAY at 6pm in Hamden and register by emailing HBC_HumanRR@Hamden.com.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
We’ll discuss strategies around sharing educational materials, connecting residents with reliable information, identifying and reporting voting-access issues, and organizing your networks to better understand our rights and options. Save your spot today at acluct.org/events 🗳️
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Did you know👀 The upcoming election is the first time Connecticut voters can cast an absentee ballot with no excuse required. That joins early in-person voting and voting on Election Day as your ways to vote this November. This week, we're breaking down each one. Learn more at planyourvotect.org.
On a light green background, one line of voting bubbles are on each side of the graphic. In the center of the graphic in dark green text reads: "Connecticut voters have 3 easy ways to vote this year." Under that in dark green italicized text is: "You can vote early in-person, by absentee ballot, or in-person on Election Day." At the bottom center is the ACLU Connecticut logo in dark green.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
It's National Voter Registration Day🗳️ What a great day to introduce our voter education campaign: Plan Your Vote, CT! With the midterm elections coming, we want every CT voter to know their 3 options to vote this year. Your first move: visit planyourvotect.org and get started on your plan to vote.
On a dark green background, there are three lines of voting bubbles on the left of the graphic. On the right of those bubbles is the following text in white: "The November General Election is right around the corner. It's time to Plan Your Vote, CT!" and "Plan Your Vote, CT!" is in light green and underlined in red. The ACLU Connecticut logo in white is at the bottom center of the graphic.On a dark green background, there are three lines of voting bubbles on the right of the graphic. To the left of the bubbles/centered with a left alignment in the graphic is the following text in white: "Whether you’re voting absentee, early in-person, or in-person on Election Day, we want to make sure Connecticut voters have everything they need to make a plan to vote amidst all the noise around the upcoming election. From key deadlines to voting rights guidance to information on the three ways to vote in Connecticut, you can find it all at planyourvotect.org." and "planyourvotect.org" is in light green, bolded, and underlined in red.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Join us, IRIS, and Building One Community on September 14th at 7pm for a virtual community update and a discussion on our key civil rights! Save the link below to enter the Zoom room Monday evening🔗⬇️ tinyurl.com/CommunityUpdate9142026
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The November Election is quickly approaching, and we want to make sure you have everything you need to cast your ballot. Join us on Wed., Sept. 16th at 6:00 pm ET to discuss how to plan your vote! Save your spot at this month's office hour here 🔗▶️ secure.ngpvan.com/ATByhO-bc0uRoA9OC…
On a burnt orange background, there is a collage of staff at voting-related events on the left fifth of the image. The following text is on the rest of the graphic in white: "The ACLU of Connecticut is inviting you to our... September Office Hour Wed., September 16th 6:00 PM ET From knowing your rights at the polls to where the polls are in your town, we'll go over resources, upcoming events, and how you can get involved. Come and learn about our upcoming voter education plan. RSVP Required." With the ACLU Connecticut logo in white to the bottom right corner.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The ACLU Foundation of Connecticut believes access to basic immigration court records are open to the public under the First Amendment—just like any other public court record. Find the full press release here🔗 ▶️ www.acluct.org/press-releases/aclu-…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
In a moment like this, there’s a lot to think about—we get it. That’s why we want to hear exactly what issues are on your mind these days. Take a few minutes today to complete our supporter survey⬇️ marketstreetresearch.questionpro.co…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
You don’t want to miss this. We’re being called on tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2nd 💪
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
We want to better understand how you want to stay involved as we respond to a rapidly changing landscape, ensuring our work reflects what CT communities need most. Take our supporter survey and tell us what you’re thinking about. 🔗▶️ www.acluct.org/news/help-shape-our-…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Get in on the action! If you're wondering how you can get involved in the journey to protect our rights and rebuild a democracy that works for all of us, join the ACLU of Connecticut. Ways to get involved🔗▶️ www.acluct.org/get-involved
On top of a collage of our staff at events, rallies, and presentations, there is a translucent blue overlay with the white text: "ARE YOU A MEMBER OF YOUR LOCAL ACLU AFFILIATE?" and right below in a red square is the white text: "JOIN NOW." With the white ACLU Connecticut logo below.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
ICYMI: A federal court ruled that the 1st Amendment protects the right to record law enforcement activity and buildings in public. Read the full press release here▶️ live-awp-connecticut.pantheonsite.i…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Are you joining us tomorrow? 👀 Register here ▶️ secure.ngpvan.com/MB2cRvOvl0iM...
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August Office Hour: Community Connection
Take action with ACLU!
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Whether you're curious about our current case load, looking to get involved, or just want to say hello, we’d love to hear from you! Register to join our August office hour on Wednesday, August 19th at 6 PM ET using the link below 🔽 🔗 secure.ngpvan.com/MB2cRvOvl0iM4Z_qu…
On a berry background the following text is in white: "The ACLU of Connecticut is inviting you to our... August Office Hour Wed., August 19th 6:00 PM ET" Below is a neon yellow-green doodle line separating the above text from the below text in white: "We want to connect with you all! Join us for a community connection office hour, where you can connect with staff, ask questions, and learn more about the work the ACLU is doing in Connecticut and across the country." In the bottom right corner is our white ACLU Connecticut logo.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Remember, if you’re in line by 8pm, stay in line to cast your ballot. Find your polling place, voter rights, and more at planyourvotect.org before you head to the polls today. 🗳️💪
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Tomorrow is Primary Day. Visit planyourvotect.org to get everything you need to cast your ballot tomorrow. From your voter rights to polling locations, it's all there. Let's go🗳️ 💪
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Are you voting early? Well, you have until August 9th to vote early for the Primary! Find everything you need to be ready to vote early at planyourvotect.org 🗳️💪 And remember, in CT, you can only participate in primary elections if you're affiliated with a party and can only vote for your party.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
With the ACLU Foundation of Vermont, we filed an amicus brief in Mr. Green’s case against the DOC’s subjecting people who are incarcerated to degrading, traumatizing, and unsafe body cavity searches after video calls. Find the amicus brief at www.acluct.org/cases/green-v-quiros 🏛️
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
ICYMI: A federal court ruled in favor of protecting CT voters' sensitive personal data, like our Social Security numbers, from potential misuse by the federal government. Read the full press release here ▶️ live-awp-connecticut.pantheonsite.i…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
We are about one month away from from Primary Election Day in Connecticut. Don't forget that you now have ✨three easy and secure ways✨ to vote: 1️⃣ In-person on Primary Election Day 2️⃣ Early in-person at certain polling places 3️⃣ By mail Plan your vote at planyourvotect.org 🗳️
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Have you heard? As of today, all Connecticut voters can access a mail-in ballot🗳️🎉 All you have to do is apply for a mail-in ballot on the Secretary of the State’s website. Want to learn more? ▶️ portal.ct.gov/SOTS/Election-Service…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued two major rulings with profound consequences for our communities, here in Connecticut and across the country. Read our full reaction here: www.acluct.org/press-releases/scotu…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Without transparency and access to court records like this one, the state is creating more barriers to hold them accountable for ending a life that it should have been taking care of. Read the full press release here: www.acluct.org/press-releases/jalle…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
And don’t forget it! Pride is a reminder to not just celebrate queer joy but also honor the resilience of queer resistance—which stands beside it. Happy Pride🤍
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Juneteenth is a reminder that our freedom is the result of constant action, honoring the labor of Black liberation and recognizing the vital work we must do as a country to preserve the rights and freedoms of our Black neighbors.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Join us this Thursday for a debrief where we’ll break down key legislation & what it means for communities across CT. We’ll discuss new laws related to immigration enforcement in protected areas & ALPRs as well as expanded access to mail-in voting. RSVP NOW ▶️ www.acluct.org/event/june-o...
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Join us on Thurs., June 18 to debrief parts of our 2026 legislative advocacy related to immigration enforcement in protected areas, ALPRs, and mail-in voting. We’ll review what these laws do, what they mean for CT, and what to expect now that they’ve passed. RSVP➡️ us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
We want to celebrate Pride with you all🥳 Stop by our tables at Middletown’s PrideFEST and Norwalk’s Pride in the Park to say hi to us!
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
We’re coming to Middletown and Norwalk to join y’all for Pride this month 🏳️‍🌈✨ We’ll be at… 1️⃣ PrideFEST 📍 Middletown, CT ⏰ Sat., June 6th 2️⃣ Pride in the Park 📍 Norwalk, CT ⏰ Sat., June 13th How are YOU celebrating Pride?
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
It’s Pride Month✨ During a time when the rights of LGBTQIA+ communities across the nation are being threatened by the federal government, we want to uplift the power in our joy, resilience, and perseverance.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Advocates stood together on this issue all session to get Public Act 26-14, or S.B. 397, passed this year. So let's be clear: Connecticut has both the authority and the responsibility to set standards for transparency, accountability, and protections for the rights of communities across the state.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
There’s still time! RSVP to join us tonight at 6pm ET to talk about this year’s session and how to stay engaged post-session✨ us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Want to know what happened during this year's legislative session? Join us this Wednesday, May 20th at 6pm to find out, ask questions, and learn how to stay involved now that the session is over. RSVP TODAY 🔜 www.acluct.org/event/may-office-hour
On a navy graphic, the left fifth is a collage of our staff at the Capitol blended into the rest of the navy background. On the remaining background is the following text in white: "The ACLU of Connecticut is inviting you to our... May Office Hour, Wed., May 20th 6:00 PM ET" with a neon yellow squiggly line under that. Below that is the following text in white: "Learn about what happened during the 2026 legislative session, what’s coming next, and how you can stay involved. RSVP for Zoom link." In the bottom right corner is the ACLU Connecticut logo in white.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
We went into this year’s session with a clear strategy: to centralize our organization’s efforts on the most pressing issues where we knew we could make a profound impact for communities across Connecticut.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Wondering what comes after legislative session? Wonder no more! Join us on Wed., May 20th at 6 pm to get a rundown of the legislative session and discuss what's coming next. RSVP today! 🔗 ▶️ www.acluct.org/event/may-office-hour
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
The 2026 legislative session may be over but the work continues! We want to thank all of y’all—our partners, community advocates, local organizers, volunteers—because this work cannot be done without you. We’ll have plenty more work to get into post-session so stay tuned for that, too✨
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Full steam ahead! No-excuse absentee voting has passed in the Senate and is now off to the Governor’s desk to become law💪🗳️
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
The Senate just passed SB 397, advancing measures to ensure people can hold government officials accountable here in CT, protect communities from unchecked surveillance tech like ALPRs, and allow people to access essential services and protected areas without fear. Next up… the Governor’s desk✍️
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
No-excuse absentee voting passed in the House tonight! Next up… the Senate👀
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Can’t join us for our first advocacy day? Then, join us for our second one next Thursday! Tell legislators why no-excuse absentee voting is necessary to make voting easy, secure, & accessible for all CT voters. 🗓️ Thurs., April 23 ⏰ 10am-12:30pm 🔗 secure.ngpvan.com/3nMQ9Bpf4EmSkHODt…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
We’ve heard that y’all want to engage in sustained action—we’ve got you. Register below to join us next Monday at the Capitol to engage directly with legislators about two bills related to data privacy, surveillance, & government accountability. ▶️ secure.ngpvan.com/jiEz8j9I2EaZ2BxPx…
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
We’re in the homestretch of legislative session, and we need your help to get our priorities passed this year! Join us on Wed., April 15th at 6 pm to learn you can get involved in finishing this session strong 💪🏁 🗓️ ▶️ us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: ACLU-CT April Office Hours. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
We're bringing you live updates from our efforts during the legislative session. Join us on Wednesday, April 15th at 6 p.m. ET to discuss how the legislative session has unfolded so far, what we plan to do with the remaining time, and how you can get involved. There’s no formal agenda—just timely updates, followed by open conversation and connection.
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ACLU of Connecticut @acluct.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Are you looking for ways to sustain your engagement post-No Kings? We’ve got you🤝 Join us for any or all of our upcoming advocacy days! RSVP today to secure your spot before registration closes at noon on April 16th using the links below. 🔗▶️ www.acluct.org/events
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