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Jul 29, 2022

Nixa students: Censorship of books fosters ignorance

It is vital for high school students to hear an array of perspectives and learn about controversial and challenging topics in the world, including abuse, sexual assault, gender identity and racism. As young...

Image of book mark that reads "Banned Book Club"

Jul 1, 2022

My View from the Frontlines of Abortion Access

As a clinic escort, I want people seeking abortion care to know we aren’t going anywhere.

A close-up of Mariceli Alegria who's wearing a rainbow facemask with the printed words "Clinic Escort".

Jun 30, 2022

ACLU of Missouri Statement on Governor Signing H.B. 1878

The following statement was issued by American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri Executive Director Luz María Henríquez in response to Governor Parson signing H.B. 1878:

Jun 24, 2022

Supreme Court Issues Devastating Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade

26 states poised to ban or further restrict access to abortion, including Missouri who is among 13 states with a trigger ban, leaving 36 million women and people who can become pregnant without access to safe...

Jun 24, 2022

All Missouri transgender kids like mine want is for Jefferson City to leave them alone

I’m tired, angry and frustrated. Each time I testify, I ask our elected officials to show how any of these issues represent real problems in need of solutions. They never can. And at the same time, they fail...

Jun 22, 2022

Civil Rights Groups Challenge Missouri Voting Restrictions

Civil rights groups are suing Missouri state and local officials over a state election provision that disenfranchises voters with limited English proficiency or with disabilities who require assistance in...