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May 16, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Link correction: Join us for our next Holding Court with Rashad Robinson!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ Apologies for including the wrong link on our previous email. We are so sorry for this inconvenience. Please use the corrected link below to register for our discussion with Rashad Robin…

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May 16, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Rashad Robinson will be joining our next Holding Court!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ Save the date for the next event in our virtual series connecting our community of justice supporters with legal, activist, and political leaders. Holding Court: A Justice Co…

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May 15, 2020 at 8:01 PM

Tune in on Monday, May 18th for our next Facebook Live!

  Live with Bolder Advocacy and Feeding America: Responding and Adapting to COVID-19  Don't miss the next Facebook Live with Bolder Advocacy on Monday! On Monday, May 18th at 3pm ET, Bolder Advocacy is going live on Facebook to talk about…

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May 6, 2020 at 2:01 PM

There's still time to register for tonight's Holding Court!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ There's still time to register for this evening's Holding Court! Holding Court: A Justice Conversation with Detention Reform Advocates Defending the rights of detainees durin…

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May 5, 2020 at 7:02 PM

The Senate is back - and they're prioritizing anti-healthcare judges

In the midst of a national pandemic, Mitch McConnell is risking the safety of his colleagues, Senate staff, and the public to prioritize the confirmation of two Trump judges who explicitly support taking away access to quality health care fr…

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May 4, 2020 at 5:31 PM

New speakers announced for Holding Court!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ We're pleased to announce that Katherine Rosenfeld, Baher Azmy, and Betsy Ginsberg will join Myesha Braden, AFJ's Director of Special Justice Initiatives, for our next Holding Court.  Re…

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April 29, 2020 at 7:16 PM

There's still time to register for our conversation with Joyce Vance & Maya Wiley!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ There's still time to register for this evening's Holding Court!  Holding Court: A Justice Conversation with Joyce Vance & Maya Wiley Defending the rule of law in the tim…

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April 28, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Read our latest report!

As the coronavirus pandemic magnifies the need for a strong national safety net to protect the health and well-being of Americans, Alliance for Justice worked with People For the American Way to release a new joint report, “Shredding the Soc…

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April 25, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Maya Wiley will be joining our next Holding Court!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ We hope you'll join us next week for the next event in our virtual series connecting our wonderful community of justice supporters with legal, activist, and political leaders: Holding Co…

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April 24, 2020 at 4:31 PM

An update on our annual luncheon

Dear John, As we continue to see the harmful effects of COVID-19 on our community, we have made the difficult decision to reschedule our annual Washington, D.C. luncheon for the fall. The new date is Wednesday, September 30, 2020 and I am …

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April 23, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Join us for one of these advocacy trainings!

  As we adjust to the new normal of working from home and social distancing, we wanted to share some of the ways you can continue to learn about advocacy from the comfort and safety of your home. We have regular webinars you can tune into o…

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April 22, 2020 at 8:31 PM

Join us for the next Holding Court, featuring Joyce Vance!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ Join us next week for the next event in our virtual series connecting our wonderful community of justice supporters with legal, activist, and political leaders: Holding Court: Justice Co…

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April 15, 2020 at 6:01 PM

You can still register for Holding Court, featuring Deepak Gupta & Julie Murray!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ Join us this evening for the next event in our virtual series connecting our wonderful community of justice supporters with legal, activist, and political leaders: Holding Court: Justice…

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April 14, 2020 at 6:30 PM

Join us for the next Holding Court, featuring Deepak Gupta & Julie Murray!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ Join us tomorrow for the next event in our virtual series connecting our wonderful community of justice supporters with legal, activist, and political leaders: Holding Court: Justice Con…

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April 9, 2020 at 3:31 PM

Tune in this afternoon!

Live with AFJ: Sexual Assault Awareness Month Edition This afternoon at 3 PM ET, we’re going live for a Sexual Assault Awareness Month discussion on why courts matter for survivors of sexual assault and their advocates. W…

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April 6, 2020 at 6:30 PM

Extending our solidarity and support

  Dear Friends and Colleagues, We are thinking about you and the vital work that you do during these incredibly challenging times. In addition to the physical and economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic, the policy opportunities and ch…

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April 1, 2020 at 6:01 PM

There's still time to register for this evening's conversation with Rep. Jamie Raskin!

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ Join us tonight at 6:15 PM ET! Start your evening with the beverage of your choice or take an afternoon coffee break to connect with others and hear timely updates about our courts, our …

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March 30, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Join us for our new virtual series - Holding Court, featuring Rep. Jamie Raskin

Holding Court: Justice Conversations with AFJ All of us at Alliance for Justice hope you and your families are well in these challenging times. In this period of social distancing, AFJ is launching an ongoing virtual series connecti…

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March 27, 2020 at 2:02 PM

TODAY: Immigrants' Rights Advocacy in the COVID-19 Era

    Join us today at 2 PM ET/11 AM PT for our Facebook Live discussion! How is COVID-19 impacting immigrants? And how are nonprofits continuing to fight for their rights in this difficult time? Join us as we go live with Grisel …

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March 25, 2020 at 3:33 PM

An update from AFJ on the current health crisis

Dear Friends and Colleagues,  As we face a public health crisis and economic uncertainty, the challenge is daunting. But we've weathered times of crisis before, and I believe if we build on the core principles that guide the progressive mo…

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March 19, 2020 at 3:31 PM

Tune in this afternoon!

Live with AFJ: Women's History Month Edition This afternoon at 3 PM ET, we’re going live for a Women’s History Month discussion on why courts matter for women’s issues. We’ll talk with experts from the National Women’s La…

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March 18, 2020 at 8:01 PM

Ensuring Fair Elections During Public Health Emergencies

States are racing to postpone Presidential primary elections and make other last-minute changes to slow the spread of the coronavirus. However, sudden changes in election dates, voting locations, and procedures creates confusion and barriers to the …

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March 16, 2020 at 7:31 PM

McConnell is prioritizing anti-ACA judges over coronavirus aid

Mitch McConnell continues to make it abundantly clear that his priority over everything, even the health of the American people, is judges. On Friday, while the House worked to pass legislation to protect the health and financial well-being …

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March 13, 2020 at 1:31 PM

How is COVID-19 impacting your advocacy?

As the number of people infected with the COVID-19 virus (referred to colloquially as the “coronavirus”) increases throughout the United States, nonprofits are playing an important role in providing services and educating impacted communities about …

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March 12, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Tune in today for everything you need to know about voter registration!

  Join us today at 2 PM ET/11 AM PT for our Facebook Live discussion on voter registration! 501(c)(3)s, including foundations, have many opportunities to ensure that their communities are well-represented at the ballot box. There are rul…

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March 10, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Senator Sherrod Brown Announced as Featured Speaker

Save the date for our annual Justice First! Luncheon on Tuesday, June 23 at the Capital Hilton (1001 16th Street NW) in Washington, DC. The reception begins at 11:30 AM, followed by the lunch and program at 12:15 PM. We're pleased to announc…

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March 9, 2020 at 1:30 PM

New Bolder Advocacy Resource!

  Alliance for Justice's Bolder Advocacy program is pleased to share our latest resource, Want to Conduct or Fund a Voter Registration Drive? What Nonprofits and Foundations Need to Know. Although voters in many states have already gone to…

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March 5, 2020 at 10:01 PM

This week in the Supreme Court

This week, we were reminded of the Supreme Court’s capacity to impact health care, consumer protections, reproductive rights, and immigration.  On Monday, the Court announced it would hear the attack on the Affordable Care Act this fall…

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February 26, 2020 at 9:01 PM

Why Who Occupies the Bench Matters

As we look back on Black History Month, we're reflecting on the impact of our courts on communities of color, and the critical need for fair-minded representation on the bench to ensure justice for all. Despite the enormous strides advanc…

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February 20, 2020 at 3:31 PM

Tune in this afternoon!

In honor of Black History Month, we’re going live on Facebook this afternoon at 3 PM ET with Lisa Cylar Barrett from the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Erinn Martin from the Lawyer’s Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, and Mari…

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February 18, 2020 at 8:00 PM

Thanks for reading! Check out these pieces.

Dear John, You're one of our most dedicated readers - thank you for reading and sharing our work on the importance of our courts, access to justice, and how to be a bolder advocate. We wanted to make sure you saw some of these pieces! …

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February 7, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Bolder Advocacy Digest

Building Power: Southern California Funders Fueling Activism in 2020 2020 is full of pivotal civic engagement opportunities in California, such as the census, an enhanced role for California in the Presidential election, ballot measures, a recepti…

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January 22, 2020 at 9:30 PM

47 Years of Roe v. Wade

On January 22, 1973, 47 years ago, the United States Supreme Court issued the landmark decision Roe v. Wade, making clear that the U.S. Constitution protects a woman’s right to decide whether to have an abortion. In the years since, anti-…

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January 17, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Bolder Advocacy Digest

California Campaign Finance and Ballot Measure Guide Prepares Nonprofits for Civic Engagement in 2020 Bold and creative nonprofits in California are turning to ballot measures as a way to move policies and community services funding forward. Likew…

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January 15, 2020 at 10:00 PM

Introducing Our New Website!

We're proud to announce the launch of our new website!  We're proud to announce the launch of our new website! This new site highlights the pillars of AFJ’s programming, Justice and Bolder Advocacy, by ensuring that visitors can easily access the wealth of …

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January 14, 2020 at 4:00 PM

New Report Details Trump's Attacks on Our Justice System

  Of all the ways President Donald Trump has undermined our democracy, our Constitution and our laws, his massive reshaping of the courts will be the hardest to undo. With the support of the Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell a…

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January 7, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Will we see you at the next Justice Trivia?

Justice Trivia: Crime Edition It's a New Year, and time for another round of Justice Trivia. This time, we'll be focusing on crime! Join us for the next round of Justice Trivia on Monday, January 27 at Union Pub (201 Massachusetts Ave NE…

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January 2, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Tune in this afternoon for answers to your impeachment questions!

Do you have questions about what to expect as the Senate takes up the impeachment of President Trump? Join us on Facebook this afternoon - we'll be going live with AFJ Legal Director, Dan Goldberg, and our Senior Justice Fellow, William Yeom…

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January 1, 2020 at 1:02 AM

There's still time to support our work!

Dear John,  As midnight approaches, you can end the year on a high note with a donation to AFJ!   Donate now to help us continue the fight for justice in 2020!  Make your end-of-year contribution today.  With appreciation,  N…

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December 31, 2019 at 3:10 PM

We can’t do this work without you.

Dear John,  Today’s the last day to make your year-end contribution to support AFJ’s work. We can’t do this work without you.    This coming year, our Building the Bench program will kick into high gear as we continue to build our pool of diverse, …

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December 26, 2019 at 5:02 PM

Help us fight in 2020

Dear John,  This next election is one of the most important of our lifetimes and, regardless of the outcome, AFJ will be there fighting for a most just world. Will you join us now as we get ready to fight in 2020 and beyond?   At AFJ, we’re proud o…

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December 23, 2019 at 3:02 PM

We’re not backing down.

Dear John,  Our Building the Bench program has begun to identify a pool of professionally and demographically diverse nominees for federal court vacancies. We are partnering with a coalition of community and grassroots groups, legal and advocacy part…

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December 19, 2019 at 5:03 PM

Bolder Advocacy Digest

Our Top Resources of 2019 In 2019, the Bolder Advocacy team worked to deliver the resources you need to be the boldest advocate you can be. From the census to elections to IRS disclosures, we covered the major challenges and opportunities facing n…

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December 18, 2019 at 4:31 PM

Don't forget to tune in this afternoon!

Live with AFJ: Why Courts Matter to the AAPI Community: The 75th Anniversary of Korematsu  TODAY at 2 PM ET/11 AM PT We're going live this afternoon for a discussion highlighting the power of our courts in advancing or undermining rights and …

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December 13, 2019 at 10:09 PM

Join us next week for a discussion on the anniversary of Korematsu

Live with AFJ: Why Courts Matter to the AAPI Community: The 75th Anniversary of Korematsu  Wednesday, December 18 at 2 PM ET/11 AM PT We're going live for a discussion on the 75th anniversary of the Korematsu v. United States decision, highli…

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December 11, 2019 at 7:35 PM

We’re not backing down.

Dear John,  Your support was incredibly valuable throughout 2019 as we exposed the records of some of Trump’s most extreme and unqualified federal judicial nominees. We partnered with thousands across the country to oppose these nominees, and it has …

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December 10, 2019 at 5:05 PM

Courts Matter for Workers

  Our latest blog explores why courts matter for workers, and how Trump's judges are rolling back their rights and protections. Check out the full post here. Retail and service jobs can be brutal on the best days, and the …

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December 6, 2019 at 4:41 PM

Tune in this afternoon to learn more about Lawrence VanDyke

Live with AFJ: The Nomination of Lawrence VanDyke Today at 3 PM ET/12 PM PT We're going live with experts from Lambda Legal, League of Conservation Voters and Human Rights Campaignto talk about the 9th Circuit nomination of Lawrence VanDyke. …

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December 5, 2019 at 2:36 PM

Help us continue to lead the fight

Dear John,  In the past three years, Alliance for Justice has not let up; indeed, we have doubled down to build the power of a broad, diverse movement challenging Trump’s attacks on our judiciary at every step of the way. People from all walks of lif…

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December 3, 2019 at 11:05 PM

Check out our latest nominee report

  We just released our latest judicial nominee report on Andrew Brasher, nominated to the Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. Brasher - who was just nominated as a District Court judge last year - has a troubling record of s…

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