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Jean Paul* fled civil war in Cameroon, risking his life on an arduous journey that included four days spent walking in the Darién Gap, to seek asylum in the U.S. Today, he’s ready to tell his story.

Attempting to impose such a measure would invite expensive legal challenges, divert valuable city resources, and, most importantly, cause unnecessary harm and delay to individuals in need of critical health care.

This decision blocking Missouri’s total abortion ban and several medically unnecessary restrictions is the first step toward realizing the promise of Missourians’ new constitutional right to reproductive freedom.

You shouldn't participate in face recognition ticketing schemes.

In Missouri, Court of Appeals decisions can be appealed to the Supreme Court in by filing an “application for transfer.” The Court posts “Minutes” online at least once a month, and these Minutes include “sustained” applications for transfer (in other word, granted appeals)...

AI-generated police reports threaten to exacerbate existing problems in law enforcement, and to create new ones.

“Civic engagement organizations play an essential role in encouraging and enabling all eligible Missourians to participate in our democracy.”

“We are disappointed with the decision and will appeal to protect Missourians’ fundamental right to vote. The evidence at trial showed the significant burdens some voters face to obtain the limited form of ID this law requires to vote, especially for low-income voters, seniors..."

"We are extremely disappointed in this decision, but this is not the end of the fight and we will appeal. However, the court’s findings signal a troubling acceptance of discrimination, ignore an extensive trial record and the voices of transgender Missourians and those who care for them, and deny.."