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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 23h
Congratulations to Conchita Cruz and Swapna Reddy for being named to this year’s TIME100 Next! Conchita is an ACS NGL and former Yale Student Chapter Leader, and Swapna is a longtime ACS friend. We thank both leaders for their outstanding work and are proud to see them receive this recognition!
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Conchita Cruz and Swapna Reddy Is on the 2026 TIME100 Next
Find out why Conchita Cruz and Swapna Reddy is on this year’s list
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
ACS mourns former Colorado Supreme Court Justice Melissa Hart—a distinguished jurist, mentor, and founder of the ACS Colorado Lawyer Chapter. Her generosity and commitment strengthened our community and inspired countless future lawyers. Our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones.
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Former Colorado Supreme Court justice Melissa Hart dies
Former Colorado Supreme Court Justice Melissa Hart died Thursday, nearly a year after she resigned from the bench following an extended personal leave of absence.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Statement from ACS on the DOJ's misconduct complaint filed against federal judges in Minnesota. www.upi.com/Top_News/US/...
Text reads: "DOJ’s misconduct complaint against Minnesota’s federal judges is as absurd as it is troubling. When judges defend the integrity of our legal system, they aren’t playing politics -- they’re fulfilling their oath to uphold the Constitution. Judicial independence requires judges to protect the administration of justice without fear of retaliation from the executive branch."

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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. This month we recognize the contributions of workers with disabilities who shape our workforce, economy, and community. ACS continues to support and advocate for a legal system that realizes the promise of equality for all.
"Celebrating Value and Talent, National Disability Awareness Month, from ACS"

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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Born in the U.S.—but not a citizen? If children born here aren’t recognized as American citizens, where does that leave them—and the states responsible for serving them? Watch former New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin on the stakes of restricting birthright citizenship.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Today the Roberts Court once again took to its shadow docket to side with the Trump Administration and determined that the only harm worth considering is whether the Administration can do what it wants when it wants to whom it wants.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Join ACS for a virtual event on 10/5 at 2pm ET titled Protecting Voters & Our Votes: State Attorneys General on Democracy’s Frontlines. Two state AGs will discuss their work protecting elections and how it has intensified under recent federal action. Register here: www.acslaw.org/event/protec...
Text reads: "Protecting Voters & Our Votes: State Attorneys General on Democracy's Frontlines. Nick Brown, Washington State Attorney General. Peter F. Neronha, Rhode Island Attorney General. Moderator: Dahlia Lithwick, Senior Editor, Slate. Mon., Oct. 5. Virtual. 2-3p.m. ET."
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Congratulations to Brian Goldman and Adam Hoffman on their appointments to the CA First District Court of Appeal, Divisions Two and Four respectively! Both Brian and Adam are former ACS Leaders, and we know they will make great additions to the California bench. www.gov.ca.gov/2026/09/18/g...
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Governor Newsom announces Judicial Appointments 9.18.2026 | Governor of California
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
The President's action barring CNN and MSNow journalists from the WH is a clear violation of the First Amendment. This unconstitutional act must be condemned and immediately reversed. It has no place in our American democracy. www.nytimes.com/2026/09/19/b...
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CNN and MS NOW Reporters Barred From White House After Trump Announces Ban
The prohibition on certain journalists was a stark escalation in President Trump’s war on the media, and will probably face a legal challenge.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Honor the Constitution with ACS by participating in #TheOathProject! Join the growing list of Americans taking the oath to support and defend the Constitution. Learn more: www.acslaw.org/the-oath-pro...
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The Constitution belongs to all of us. This Constitution Day, we’re launching The Oath Project—a nonpartisan invitation to record and share an oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution. They’re adding their voices. We invite you to add yours. #TheOathProject
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Join ACS for a virtual career panel on 9/28 at 3pm ET! Applying for Public Interest Jobs explores the different types of public interest career pathways one can take and how to set yourself up for success when applying to these opportunities. Register here: getinvolved.acslaw.org/component/ev...
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
National Voter Registration Day is the perfect time to sign up to volunteer this election season. Listen to the most recent Broken Law where Nicholas Gothard @lawyerscomm and Katie Waldo @wetheactionorg share opportunities for lawyers and law students to help. www.acslaw.org/podcast/epis...
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Episode 209: Protecting the Vote | ACS
The first ballots of this year's midterms have been sent out, and with that, it is officially election season. Katie Waldo of We the Action and Nicholas Gothard of the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rig...
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Happy National Voter Registration Day! From Congress to local seats and state legislatures, the upcoming midterms determine who represents our values, allocates funding for our communities, and protects our rights.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from ACS! From September 15 through October 15, we celebrate the culture and contributions of the Hispanic community. Together, let us honor the work of Hispanic leaders who fight for a just and inclusive democracy every day.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Join ACS, @afj.org, and HNBA on 9/24 at 12pm ET for a Pathways to the Bench panel in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Four judges will share their paths to the bench, discuss their experiences as Hispanic jurists, and offer insights for anyone considering judicial service.
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"Pathways to the Bench.
A Series on Becoming a Judge: What it Takes and How to Get There.
Hispanic Heritage Month.
Thursday September 24, Virtual 12:00PM ET, Register at afj.org/hispanicheritage.
Justice Maria Elena Cruz, Arizona Supreme Court; Judge Nancy Maldonado, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit; Judge Linda Lopez, U.S. District Court, Southern District of California, Former U.S. Magistrate Judges; Judge Lisa Cisneros, U.S. Magistrate Judge, Northern District of California.
Moderated by Carmen Iguina Gonzalez, ACLU National Prison Project.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, four Hispanic judges at four levels of the American judiciary share the personal and professional journeys that led them to the bench, and what attorneys should know about pursuing judicial service."

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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
ACS signed a joint public statement in support of the Center for American Progress, an organization that recently faced legal attack for exercising First Amendment rights. Read the full statement: nptogether.org/press/cap-st...
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“The free exchange of ideas—including ideas that are inconvenient to those in power—is critical for Americans to understand the nature and impact of the actions of their government.”

“[W]e stand in strong solidarity with the Center for American Progress (CAP), a nonpartisan think tank, and its right to publish expert analysis on the impact of the Trump administration’s—or any administration’s—policies.”
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
As exposed in a whistleblower disclosure released by Senator Blumenthal today, the Trump Administration’s rushed attempts to hamper mail-in voting could have devastating effects on citizens’ voting rights. (1/3) www.blumenthal.senate.gov/imo/media/do...
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
The Roberts Court continues to abuse its emergency docket to advance a nakedly partisan agenda. Today’s decision is procedural and litigators have rightly cautioned against panic. But there is justifiable fear stemming from today's decision and it must be reckoned with. 1/4
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
In the latest episode of Broken Law, Dr. Marisol LeBrón @marisollebron.bsky.social joins Valerie Nannery to dig into Puerto Rico’s colonial status, how it effects the everyday lives of Puerto Ricans, and how it enables the Trump Administration’s reinvigorated Monroe Doctrine.
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Episode 207: Puerto Rico: A Part of but Apart from the U.S. | ACS
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Today, we celebrate the anniversary of the 19th Amendment and the dedicated activists that fought for women's right to vote. To honor their work, we encourage you to make sure you're registered to vote and ready for the upcoming elections.
"Anniversary of the Ratification of the 19th Amendment, August 18, 1920"

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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
New on the ACS Expert Forum: @marykellypersyn.bsky.social and @brucelesley.bsky.social examine how the Supreme Court’s OT 2025 decisions showed a striking “judicial blindness” to children’s rights and well-being. Read the full analysis: www.acslaw.org/expertforum/...
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The Supreme Court’s Judicial Blindness to Children in OT 2025 | ACS
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Today is National Poll Worker Recruitment Day! Poll workers are essential to the functioning of free and fair elections. Be a part of democracy by signing up to be a poll worker today! Sign up here: www.powerthepolls.org
Democracy is powered by the people. Be a part of it.

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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
No matter how many times the President and Stephen Miller say otherwise, the text and history of the Fourteenth Amendment are clear: everyone born on US soil and subject to US jurisdiction is a US citizen. Full stop. www.nytimes.com/live/2026/08...
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Trump Administration Live Updates: President Again Targets Birthright Citizenship
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
ACS is proud to announce the reinvigoration of the ACS Michigan Lawyer Chapter through the formation of a new board of directors! Join the newly revived Lawyer Chapter at one of their upcoming happy hours in Detroit! Register here: getinvolved.acslaw.org/component/ev...
ACS Michigan Lawyer Chapter Board of Directors: Sunita Doddamani, Nate Fink, Loren Khogali, Matt Monahan, Michael Naughton, Nick Ohanesian, Brandy Robinson, Jeff Turner, Kevin Witenoff, Sara Woodward.

Join Us!

Detroit, September 10, 2026, 5-8pm, Batch Brewing Co.

Ann Arbor, October 22, 2026, 6pm with Leah Litman.

Grand Rapids & Traverse City, TBD, Interested in helping organize a happy hour? Let us know!


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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
On the anniversary of the signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, we honor the sacrifices of the men and women who shed their blood, sweat, and tears to secure the right to vote. It is on all of us to take up their mantle and continue the fight for a multiracial democracy.
Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act; August 6, 1965. Image of the signing of the Voting Rights Act.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
In the wake of recent SCOTUS decisions like Dobbs and Skrmetti, the bodies and actions of queer people, mothers, and pregnant people have been increasingly criminalized. In this episode of Broken Law, Lindsay Langholz talks with Valena Beety about Pink Crime. www.acslaw.org/podcast/epis...
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Episode 206: Pink Crime | ACS
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Still feeling inspired by the 2026 ACS National Convention? Our featured speakers continue to lead the fight to protect our rights, defend the rule of law, and strengthen our democracy. Watch their full remarks now available on our website: www.acslaw.org/get-involved...
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
In a new ACS Expert Forum piece, former Asst. U.S. Attorney @andrewtessman.bsky.social explains why mandated quotas risk pushing prosecutors toward numbers over justice—distorting charging decisions, undervaluing complex investigations, and weakening public trust. www.acslaw.org/expertforum/...
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Why DOJ's Reported Return to Prosecutorial Quotas Will Fail | ACS
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Read more: www.nytimes.com/2026/07/27/u...
The Trump Administration is again trying to subvert the Constitution by seizing for itself the power to dictate election mechanics. This attempted power grab is the real threat of election interference, and the Supreme Court must reject it wholesale.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Join us for tomorrow's kick-off event for the "Supreme Court at a Crossroads" series! In-person and virtual symposia around the country will explore whether SCOTUS reform is necessary and what it might look like. Register for the event here: getinvolved.acslaw.org/component/ev...
Supreme Court at a Crossroads
The American Constitution Society and Brennan Center for Justice present Supreme Court at a Crossroads: Congress, the Constitution, and Court Reform.
Kickoff Event: 
Tuesday, July 28, 5:30-8:00pm
King & Spalding LLP, Southeast Financial Center, 200 S. Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33131
Featured speakers: Hon. Rosemary Barkett, Former Judge, Iran-United States Claims Tribunal in The Hague; Former Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit; Former Chief Justice, Florida Supreme Court
Stephen Spaulding, Managing Director, Kohlberg Center on the U.S. Supreme Court, Brennan Center for Justice
Elliot Williams (Moderator), Author and CNN Senior Legal Analyst
In partnership with the ACS South Florida Lawyer Chapter
Future dates and locations will be announced soon.
*Views expressed by the speakers and attendees reflect their individual opinions and should not be attributed to the American Constitution Society or its chapters.
Supreme Court at a Crossroads
Please RSVP
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
The federal government should work for all Americans, no matter who you voted for in any given election. Grateful to the litigators throughout the country bringing light to such abuses of power and violations of the basic tenets of the rule of law. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/24/b...
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Trump Administration Admits Canceling Grants to States That Did Not Vote for Him (Gift Article)
Federal officials said in court documents that they halted billions of dollars in funding for energy projects to states “based solely” on whether they backed President Trump in the 2024 election.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
After six years of caterwauling about the 2020 election, the President last night offered nothing new - baseless claims cynically offered to promote his calls to restrict access to the ballot box. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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Four takeaways from Trump’s prime-time address
The president promised major revelations on election integrity but largely revived familiar claims of fraud, criticized media outlets and urged passage of legislation that would curtail voting.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
The 2026 ACS National Convention was a chance for our progressive legal community to connect, learn from one another, and recharge for the fight ahead. Thank you to everyone who joined us! Convention photos and panel recordings are now available. Visit our website to revisit the highlights!
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Statement from ACS on recent killings by ICE agents.
This week, ICE agents killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Texas and Joan Sebastian Guerrero in Maine. ACS joins the calls from their families and communities for answers and accountability. Nothing short of a full, independent, and transparent investigation is acceptable.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
ICYMI: In a new profile by The Wall Street Journal, ACS President Phil Brest critiques Justice Samuel Alito’s shifting legal theories, labeling him an "interpretive opportunist": “Whatever theory of constitutional or statutory interpretation gets him to his preferred outcome is what he adopts.”
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Essay | Samuel Alito, a MAGA-Friendly Justice With a New Conservative Legal Vision
Samuel Alito is fusing establishment conservatism and the Trump movement into a new legal doctrine. His approach to the law may outlast them both.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
At a time when the independence of agencies like the EAC is critical to helping ensure free and fair elections, this is a troubling move in the wrong direction, enabled by the Court’s disastrous Slaughter decision. www.votebeat.org/national/202...
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Trump fires all commissioners of federal election agency
Months before the midterms, the only federal agency dedicated solely to election administration is now unable to do anything.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Today, ACS President Phil Brest spoke on a panel at Georgetown Law as part of the @washlawyers.bsky.social's Summer Pro Bono Forum. Panelists discussed how lawyers can get involved in public interest work without acting as litigators.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
On this date 158 years ago, the 14th Amendment was ratified, reconstructing and expanding what it means to be a citizen of the United States. Today, as this cornerstone of freedom is under threat, we encourage everyone to revisit the text. constitution.congress.gov/constitution...
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Judge Chen’s op-ed is a reminder that judicial independence is not an abstract ideal—it is essential to equal justice and the rule of law. Courts must be able to uphold constitutional rights without political pressure, public intimidation, or fear of retaliation. www.dailyjournal.com/articles/392...
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
From ACS's statement in response to the end of the SCOTUS term: "All term, we saw the conservative supermajority of this Court deny the basic reading, history, and even tradition, of the Constitution..."
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
From ACS's statement in response to the SCOTUS decision in Trump v. Cook and Trump v. Slaughter: "The Roberts Court continues to backend its way into legal justifications for the policy outcomes it prefers."
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
As the Trump Admin pursues its policy of deport ASAP, avoid questions later, it has found relief from 2 DC Cir. judges. Even as SCOTUS' term ends and summer arrives, it’s important to keep our eyes on the courts as they weigh in on rights, like due process. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/23/u...
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Appeals Court Allows Trump to Resume Expedited Deportations Nationwide
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
In the waning days of the Court’s term, we expect to see many 6-3 decisions. Today was no exception, with 4 out of 5 falling along ideological lines.
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Attorney General Jennifer Davenport @newjerseyoag.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
AGs play a vital role in protecting our states from harm and in defending our constitutional rights. Proud to share the stage with @ag.state.mn.us, @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov, and Kristen Clarke to discuss how we are defending our states and the rule of law at @acslaw.bsky.social‘s National Convention.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Today, ACS honors Black American culture in remembrance of Juneteenth. Let this day be a reminder to never give up the fight for a more inclusive democracy that protects and empowers all Americans.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Thank you to our generous 2026 Convention sponsors for bringing this event to life!
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
ACS is excited to announce that NJ Attorney General Jennifer Davenport will be joining us at our 2026 National Convention! She will be speaking on our Opening Plenary, Defending the Rule of Law: The Role of State Attorneys General today, and we are thrilled to have her join us.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
ACS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Richard D. Cudahy Writing Competition! This year’s Lawyer Winners are Leah Litman, Melissa Murray, and Kate Shaw. This year's Student Winner is Rachael Totz. Congratulations to all our winners!
“2026 Winners Richard D. Cudahy Writing Competition”
Lawyer Winners: Leah Litman, Professor of Law, University of Michigan Law School; Melissa Murray, Frederick I. and Grace Stokes Professor of Law, University of New York Law School; Kate Shaw, Professor of Law, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School.
Student Winner: Rachael Totz, 3L, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School.
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American Constitution Society @acslaw.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
We must call out the baseless lies of voter fraud in California for what they are: dangerous disinformation designed to undermine the upcoming midterm elections.
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