ReThink Democracy

We won't rest until every American has an equal voice in our democracy. #FightBigMoney // #FairCourts // #VotingRights

[ReThink Democracy @ReThinkDemocrcy]

Did you know that Women's History Month was established to recognize the often-overlooked achievements of women in American history? As March comes to a close, join us in celebrating the diverse, dynamic women who have shaped our world. #WomensHistoryMonth

[National Center for State Courts @StateCourts]

Sandra Day O’Connor will always be known as the 1st female associate justice of the #SCOTUS. Many may not know, though, that she was also an advocate for educating youth about civics and government. Here’s a notable quotable from O’Connor on the importance of #civics education.

[ReThink Democracy @ReThinkDemocrcy]

“The liberal candidate for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court didn’t back down from her support for abortion rights or her belief that the state’s Republican-drawn legislative maps are unfair" during Tuesday debate, says @sbauerAP with @AP. https://t.co/4ZhqQKEB4a

[ReThink Democracy @ReThinkDemocrcy]

Is redistricting in San Mateo County a threat to democracy? Find out the implications of the proposed changes and how it could affect representation in this insightful article by @Peninsula360P: https://t.co/LNoIRVB4Gz

[ReThink Democracy @ReThinkDemocrcy]

Oklahoma Supreme Court allows life-saving abortions, setting a crucial precedent for women's health and autonomy. Read more in this thought-provoking article by @Slate #reproductiverights #womenshealth #abortionrights https://t.co/WBvqDc8rmF

[Alison Siegler @SieglerAlison]

1/ Excited to announce my op-ed in @thehill with @ACLU’s Brandon Buskey, highlighting how federal judges’ failure to follow the bail law makes our communities less safe, since “mass pretrial incarceration actually undermines public safety”: https://t.co/Tm2oSMmqhM

[National Center for State Courts @StateCourts]

Many Chief Justices provide updates on the “State of the Judiciary” in their jurisdictions. Our tracking of the early messages suggests two common themes across state courts - diversity, equity and inclusion, and access to justice.

More: https://t.co/cAefLMIsnR. (📷: @NMCourts)

[ReThink Democracy @ReThinkDemocrcy]

"North Carolina has an opportunity to strengthen our freedom to vote. But the window won’t open itself." Read more about NC's #FreedomToVoteAct at @NCPolicyWatch: https://t.co/LiPsntGE4w

[The Leadership Conference @civilrightsorg]

BREAKING: The Senate just confirmed civil rights lawyer Jessica Clarke to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of NY.

Clarke’s confirmation is an important step towards ensuring that our federal courts reflect and represent the diversity of our nation. #CourtsMatter

[Alliance for Justice @AFJustice]

As we celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth, we honor Loretta Lynch, who made history as the first Black woman to serve as US Attorney General.

Her dedication to justice and equality continues to inspire us to this day. Let's keep breaking down barriers and fighting for a better world.

[National Center for State Courts @StateCourts]

Minorities are often underrepresented in #jury pools.

#Courts may be tempted to overcome this by increasing the number juror source lists they use but this tactic isn't always fruitful. The key to more diverse jury pools lies in the quality of the source lists, not the quantity.

[ACLU of Kansas @aclukansas]

Kansans spoke up for bodily autonomy on August 2nd, but that right is once again being threatened in our state.

Join us March 8 for Bodily Autonomy Day, when we're going to the capitol to tell lawmakers NO on proposed laws to restrict these rights.

[Open Democracy @OpenDemocracyNH]

This Sunday, March 5 at 2:30PM in Manchester commemorate the anniversary of Bloody Sunday with a march and panel remembering Selma, and charting the path toward multiracial democracy. All details and RSVP: https://t.co/HSZ0m31xQ3

[Declaration for American Democracy - @DFADCoalition]

A new Ohio law has made changes to early voting times and ID requirements less than 3 months before the primary election. We still need national standards to protect our freedom to vote! @TROhio @JonBakerTR
https://t.co/aV8bNjj2r7

[Legal Defense Fund @NAACP_LDF]

Join us for the From Selma to SCOTUS: The March Ahead for Voting Rights panel on Saturday, March 4 at 4 pm CT at Edmundite Missions in Selma, Alabama! The panel features @JNelsonLDF and will be moderated by @JoyAnnReid!

You can watch the panel live at: https://t.co/fHmiMvVfFo

[ReThink Democracy @ReThinkDemocrcy]

“So long as our state courts remain fair and impartial, extremists won’t be able to shamelessly trample on our rights and freedoms. But not for a lack of trying.”
An important read from @NewPennsylvania’s @kadidakenner: https://t.co/WF4xdKWGgZ

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

Ami Gandhi, Senior Counsel at Chicago Lawyers' Committee and Common Cause Indiana board member will be moderating a panel discussion on 12/15.

The panel will focus on the case for a Supreme Court Code of Ethics. To register and learn more click here: https://t.co/D9aevw4jbg

[Douglas Keith @DouglasKeith_]

New: We just published the first issue of @BrennanCenter's new State Court Report newsletter - what we hope will be a hub for news, analysis, and commentary around state constitutional development in state courts 🧵

[League of Women Voters of Ohio @lwvohio]

Ohio lawmakers appear to be shelving controversial proposal that would have made it harder to amend state constitution − at least for now
House Speaker Bob Cupp said Tuesday that it's "doubtful" lawmakers will take up before they adjourn for rest of year.
https://t.co/Ir0eBL8kzW

[Open Democracy @OpenDemocracyNH]

Excited to see family/friends for the holidays, but nervous about election-related conversations? Join @commoncause, @apiavotemi, @PENamerica and @naleo Dec 16th or 19th to learn how to talk with folks in ways that counteract disinformation. RSVP here: https://t.co/eqFwkBSbXT