Civil Liberties & Human Dignity

Residents Push Back Against Planned National ICE Coordination Center

Dozens of residents packed a Metropolitan Council meeting and pressed local officials concerning a planned federal facility that would coordinate immigration enforcement with local agencies nationwide.

Civil Liberties & Human Dignity Public Meeting/Town Hall Participation

Tennessee Lookout • Nashville, TN • Sep 16, 2026

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Local Groups Raise First Amendment Concerns Over County's Social Media Policies

Local animal-welfare advocates raised concerns at commission meetings, contacted the agency, spoke on its public Facebook pages and sought assistance after their critical on-line comments about an animal-control facility allegedly became hidden. A national free speech organization then formally requested policy revisions and restoration of blocked users.

Civil Liberties & Human Dignity Public Testimony/Written Comments

Tampa Bay 28 • Lakeland, FL • Sep 14, 2026

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Local Group Travels 10 Hours By Bus to Join Rally Supporting Detained Immigrants

A local busload of "mothers and others" joined a rally of about 300 near a rural ICE detention facility to support the non-criminal immigrants detained there; participants traveled by bus from other parts of the state, while advocates pursued legal action and detainee-support efforts.

Civil Liberties & Human Dignity Peaceful Protest/Demonstration

Nebraska Examiner • McCook, NE • Aug 17, 2026

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200-Plus Attend Protest for Trans Rights

Over 200 people braved pouring rain and heavy winds to stand up for LGBTQ+ rights that they say are under attack by the federal government. Starting at City Hall, protesters marched in the middle of the street, chanting “trans rights are human rights” among others. Organizers wearing bright orange vests directed traffic and car honks signaled support for what speakers described as resistance through joy.

Civil Liberties & Human Dignity Peaceful Protest/Demonstration

Cascade Daily News • Bellingham, WA • Feb 22, 2026

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Hundreds of High School Students Rally to Promote Activism, Support for Democracy

Youth-organized off-campus rally sought to get more teens on the streets to voice their concerns about threats to democracy and civil liberties.

Civil Liberties & Human Dignity Peaceful Protest/Demonstration

The Bulletin • Bend, OR • Feb 13, 2026

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Airline Ends Deportation Flights Following Months of Public Protest and Recent Legislative Action

Delaware residents sustained a peaceful campaign for months, demonstrated at Wilmington Airport, coordinated across organizations, and attended a public-authority meeting to raise concerns about deportation flights and public incentives.

Civil Liberties & Human Dignity Coalition Building/Community Organizing

WHYY • Wilmington, DE • Jan 7, 2026

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