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Everyone here at the ACLU wanted to take a moment to say thanks for all you do to protect and defend civil liberties.
We also wanted to pass along a few special thank you messages from ACLU
clients. These clients — and countless others — know what it feels like
to have their rights and freedoms threatened. But they also know what
it’s like to have people like you stand by their side. Please take a moment to read their messages below.
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| April Miller, ACLU Client |
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| When
same-sex marriage was legalized this summer, I thought I could finally
marry Karen Roberts, my partner of over 11 years. But when we applied
for a marriage license we were turned away—by Kentucky County Clerk Kim
Davis. The ACLU supported me by representing me in a lawsuit against
Davis, and now I’m married to the love of my life. I sincerely thank the
ACLU and all its supporters. |
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| Kevin Thompson, ACLU Client |
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| Last
December, I spent five days in a cold and dirty jail cell—all because I
couldn't afford to pay $838 in traffic fines and fees. It was a
devastating and difficult experience for me. I was so glad that the ACLU
stepped in… it won a settlement that will help prevent others from
going to prison just for being poor. I know the ACLU was able to take on
my case because of the support of people like you. I hope you know how
much of an impact you have. Thank you. |
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| Jessica Mann, ACLU Client |
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When
I was 33 weeks pregnant I found out that—because my local hospital is
Catholic—it would not allow me to have a medically necessary tubal
ligation after giving birth. I had been diagnosed with a brain tumor
about 10 years ago, and another pregnancy could be harmful to my health.
The ACLU advocated on my behalf, contacting hospital administrators,
assisting me with filing a complaint with the state, and notifying the
public about what was going on. Although I had to go elsewhere to
deliver and get a tubal ligation, it was so important to me to have my
voice heard. I thank the ACLU and you for that.
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I am a proud member of, and a monthly donor to the ACLU, and I am thankful for all the good they do for ALL of us!
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