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montanan, attorney, writer, runner, emory u and stanford law alum. super hilarious. views are mine.

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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
As of a few moments ago, ten additional orders have brought us the release of 50 (FIFTY) illegally arrested and unlawfully detained individuals.
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Equal application of the law every time for every person. “This is a second attempt at almost exactly the same thing Montana courts already determined violates the state constitution,” Sommers-Flanagan said. “It’s a disappointing use of state resources.” montanafreepress.org/2026/03/30/m...
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What to know about Montana’s new sex definition bill
Almost a year after Montana’s Legislature gaveled out, Gov. Greg Gianforte has signed a bill into law that redefines ‘male’ and ‘female.’ Here’s what it means.
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Nine year olds should be in school, not detained by CBP in Havre, MT. dailymontanan.com/2026/08/20/f...
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Federal judge orders release of parent, child held by immigration authorities • Daily Montanan
A judge ordered the U.S. government to release a Billings father and child from a facility in Havre and described detainment as disturbing.
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
This Voices and Views episode features senior staff attorney Andres Haladay with a firsthand account of our work to check unconstitutional federal immigration enforcement in Montana. Listen to hear directly about the very real ICE and CBP activities in Montana now. kgpr.podbean.com/category/voi...
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Voices and Views V2.0 | KGPR Great Falls Public Radio
Great Falls Public Radio - Keeping It Local...Keeping You Informed!
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Indivisible Bozeman ❌️👑 @indivisiblebozeman.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
"In Montana, we know how important the rule of law is. And we will not stop holding federal officials to the basic rules set out in our constitution that keep us free.” -- Molly Danahy, litigation director at Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social
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Court orders release of 24 detainees ‘unlawfully’ held in Cascade County Detention Center
GREAT FALLS, Mont. — A federal judge on Friday ordered the release of 24 people held by federal immigration officials in Cascade County after finding they were unlawfully detained, according
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Upper Seven has secured the release of 40 individuals unlawfully arrested and detained by federal immigration officials in Montana. The rule of law does not differ on the basis of race, language, sex, or immigration status. We will not stand down. www.kpax.com/news/montana...
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Montana law firm estimates over 250 ICE and CBP arrests in state this year
A Montana law firm and nonprofit is estimating more than 250 immigration enforcement arrests have happened in the state this year between ICE and Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Montana Constitution Roadshow in the news! flatheadbeacon.com/2026/05/06/i...
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If It Ain’t Broke … - Flathead Beacon
There is envy in these United States for Montana’s revolutionary constitution, scrupulously crafted and unanimously approved by 100 bipartisan constitutional delegates from across the state in 1972. “...
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Would love to see you there <3
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
We’ll be in Hardin tonight at the Big Horn County Public Library. Send your friends! Come if you’re local :)
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
What’s under our clothes is none of the government’s business. Privacy is a fundamental right. “Montanans believe in—and the Montana Constitution guarantees—government that stays in its lane,” said Rylee Sommers-Flanagan, attorney for plaintiffs. missoulian.com/news/state-r...
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Two bills, one case? Lawyers look to bundle suits against measures defining sex as binary
Attorneys for transgender and intersex individuals say a newly-signed law defining sex as binary should be folded into an ongoing lawsuit against nearly identical legislation from 2023.
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
“Montanans believe in freedom, privacy, and independent thinking,” said Rylee Sommers-Flanagan. “We will always stand with and for the rule of law, its equal application to all people, and with costumes, drag, and joy—every time.” nbcmontana.com/news/local/a...
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Appeals court upholds injunction blocking Montana drag performance restrictions
A federal appeals court kept Montana from enforcing a 2023 law that restricts drag performances and drag story hours, saying the measure likely violates the Fir
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
We are $1,200 away from our end of year giving campaign goal! Help us get over the finish line ♥️ Happy new year cuties! secure.qgiv.com/for/giving-c...
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End of Year Giving Campaign
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
GIVING TUESDAY IS NEARLY UPON US. Get your limited edition merch here: uppersevenlaw.com/givingcampaign
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Giving Campaign — Upper Seven Law
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
ICYMI: montanafreepress.org/2025/10/01/n... The state cannot reduce privacy protections in Montana to make civil immigration offenses easier to investigate. We are proud to represent Valley Neighbors in stopping unconstitutional law enforcement conduct.
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Nonprofit sues state to prevent law enforcement from checking immigration status during routine stops
The lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of a law passed during the most recent legislative session.
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
The winners have been announced and the limited edition merch is officially available! uppersevenlaw.com/givingcampaign
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Giving Campaign — Upper Seven Law
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
With a unicorn on it 😅😍
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
There's a trucker hat.
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
We are really excited about this end of year giving campaign. The Unicorn of Law Firms: uppersevenlaw.com/givingcampaign
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Giving Campaign — Upper Seven Law
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
We are not yet frequent Blue Sky users, but making our best efforts to remedy that. Please let your friends know that we're here :-) and we'll be working to send out case and roadshow updates more regularly!
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 16/08/2025
Calling all creative kiddos! Submit your artwork for a chance to be featured on limited addition T-shirts and to win a $50 cash prize. Details here: uppersevenlaw.com/art
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
Because constitutional rights must be enforced. www.fairfieldsuntimes.com/news/state/w...
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Whitefish police face lawsuit over racial profiling
HELENA, Mont. – Beker Rengifo Del Castillo has filed a lawsuit against the City of Whitefish, claiming his civil rights were violated during a traffic stop.
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Because the rule of law applies to everyone, even the Governor. "Rep. Bertoglio’s appointment appears to be a norm without any scrutiny,” Andres Haladay, Upper Seven's senior staff attorney, told The Monitor. “Someone has to stand up for the Constitution.” www.boulder-monitor.com/news/legal-a...
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
In Montana, we are not giving up on the rule of law. We will not stand down. Equal justice under the law is what distinguishes democracies from autocracies and monarchies. Support our work: crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonati...
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
In related news, on July 2, the ACLU challenged ICE and other federal immigration officials’ extrajudicial activities in the Southern District of California. Their complaint here: www.aclusocal.org/sites/defaul...
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
Warrantless arrests have no place in a democracy. montanafreepress.org/2025/07/10/a...
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Attorneys: Helena man unlawfully detained due to racial profiling ahead of traffic stop
In a federal district court hearing, attorneys for Christoper Martinez Marvan petitioned for his release, while lawyers representing the government argued his detainment was legal.
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
Happy 4th of July. Today we celebrate the 4th Amendment, which prohibits detaining people without reasonable suspicion. Shared racial characteristics do not constitute reasonable suspicion. In Montana we protect each other against government overreach. www.bozemandailychronicle.com/news/from-mi...
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From mistaken identity to deportation? ICE roils Helena
Christopher Martinez was mistaken for another wanted man. After years of trying to gain citizenship, his family fights to keep him in Montana
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Two new positions posted for attorneys! We are so excited to be building an incredible team--and to be launching phenomenal new lawyers out to do great work in Montana. uppersevenlaw.com/work-with-us
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Work with Us — Upper Seven Law
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
The Montana Constitution Roadshow has made it to Sidney! Join us tomorrow, May 5th, at 6 pm at the @mondakmuseum for an engaging presentation. Learn how our state chose personal privacy, government accountability, and a government by and for the people over big money and backroom deals in politics.
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Civil rights are not self enforcing. Our work is to stop overreach, to stand for freedom, and to hold the powerful accountable to the rules that we--as a society, as a community--have agreed to. We believe in the rule of law and will do everything possible to uphold it.
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A2J Jobs @a2jjobs.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
📣 JOB ALERT: @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social seeks an Impact Associate in Helena, MT, to partner with attorneys in supporting litigation and accountability projects. 👉 Learn more and apply: buff.ly/6V13iht #A2JJobs #legaljobs
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Wahoo! #GreaterHelenaGives BEGINS in just over an hour and lasts until 8 pm MST tomorrow. We are THRILLED to be a part of Helena's incredible nonprofit community! Please check out our page here: greaterhelenagives.org/organization... Thank you so much to the Helena Community Foundation <3
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
#mtpol #mtnews #montanaconstitution
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
@gailwaldby.bsky.social @problembear.bsky.social @chelsia.bsky.social help is spread the word?
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Amytville Horror @flath2o.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
A misplaced #mtpol tag probably won't hurt, just this once.
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
#mtpol #mtnews follow @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social! Spread the word 💕
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Jill Lawrence @jilldlawrence.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
“It's unusual for a sitting president who can't run for reelection to maintain this kind of giant fundraising operation.” Uh-oh. www.axios.com/2025/03/04/t...
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Dinner with Trump costs $1 million a plate at MAGA Inc. fundraisers
The eye-popping figure shows Trump's political operation is hell-bent on banking as much as $500 million this summer.
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Kevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
“Paid protesters” has been a reliable excuse for the right since the civil rights era. Segregationists claimed the high schoolers who desegregated Central High in Little Rock were paid to do so.
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Good lord
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Acyn @acyn.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Trudeau: I want to speak first directly to the American people… your government has chosen to do this to you. Your government has chosen to put American jobs at risk. They have chosen to raise costs for American consumers on everyday essential items…
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
#mtpol #mtnews follow @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social! Spread the word 💕
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Come through Flathead! We would love to see you when we’re in the neighborhood. Please rsvp, share, and let us know if you want to schedule a private event 😊
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Law is light and darkness does not serve it. - from Brandon Sanderson’s Oathbringer
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
As @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social’s number one stan account, I endorse this message:
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Upper Seven Law @uppersevenlaw.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Dear Blue Sky friends, we need some help letting folks know about our account 💕 In case you don’t know, Upper Seven Law is a nonprofit law firm dedicated to holding the powerful accountable. We share news, updates, and fundraisers here. Please like, share, and repost to help our followers find us!
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Chelsia Rice @chelsia.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
More and more customers are coming to the store in search of banned books to buy up and fortify their personal libraries in case censorship has further reach. I’m surprised and not surprised considering ongoing news and the prospect of Project 2025. But also, here’s this from the AABB.
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
And finally, last week, another MT district court granted summary judgment in a case challenging the constitutionality of a 2023 law that unscientifically defined sex as binary, permanently enjoining its enforcement. dailymontanan.com/2025/02/19/c...
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Court strikes down Montana law narrowly defining 'male' and 'female' • Daily Montanan
A Missoula County district court judge has ruled that SB458 violates the Montana Constitution and has struck it down.
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rksf2 @rksf2.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Then a MT district court granted a preliminary injunction stopping the Montana Legislature from withholding legislator communications about bills in response to right to know requests from Montanans—returning to longheld open and transparent government norms. www.uppersevenlaw.com/our-work/sas...
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Saslav v. Howe
For decades, Montana courts and the Montana Legislature have understood that bill drafts and related documents—often called a bill’s “junque file”—are subject to public disclosure under the Montana Co...
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