david shapiro

ED @MacArthrJustice, Civil Rts Lawyer, Dad. Formerly: ED @ChgoCivilRights, Clinical Prof @NorthwesternLaw, @aclu. RTs are not endorsements; opinions my own.

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

I’m honored to return to the MacArthur Justice Center as its new Executive Director. Coming back feels like a true homecoming—and a renewed call to fight for justice alongside this incredible team. I'm excited to get to it.

Read my full letter here: https://t.co/btqyJBREt0

[Restore Justice Foundation @JusticeRestore]

Restore Justice worked with @ChgoCivilRights, @uplcchicago, and @AccessLiving to advance transparency in the use of solitary confinement through Public Act 103-1074.

In just a few days, the first data report on solitary confinement in IDOC will be released. Stay tuned for more!

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Leading this team has been, and remains, an honor. I am inspired by our shared fight for racial justice and economic opportunity. Thank you to everyone who’s supported me and @ChgoCivilRights. Together, let's carry this work forward with urgency and hope. Onward, friends.

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

📣 Today, Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, its Board of Directors, and staff announce that our Executive Director, David Shapiro, will be stepping down from his role in August 2025.

🔗 Read our full press release here: https://t.co/ebZrSzPf5k

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

📣Join us for Power of Connection on 6/17!

Now more than ever, initiatives like our Economic Justice program are essential for growing economic opportunity and closing the racial wealth gap in Chicago.

🔗Sponsor this event or get your tickets here: https://t.co/BWWRQTNowH

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

“The system breaks you down, then offers no solutions.” Benny Lopez lives with the trauma of solitary confinement. IL prisons isolate people for decades. Urge your lawmakers to pass SB 65|HB 1428: https://t.co/LCBApg8Z3y

@JusticeRestore @uplcchicago

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

Hot of the presses—our 2024 impact report!

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

🌟 Our 2024 Impact Report is live!

From protecting voting rights, advancing the fight for public education, and fighting against discriminatory housing ordinances, we accomplished a lot together last year.

Read more about it here: https://t.co/CrwtT1K6ZS

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

We’re suing the federal government to stop Executive Orders that illegally attack diversity, equity, and inclusion.

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

We’re proud to challenge these harmful orders alongside National Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Crowell Moring LLP, Latino Justice PRLDEF, and the National Women’s Law Center.

[Loevy + Loevy @LoevyandLoevy]

In a lawsuit brought by Loevy + Loevy on behalf of Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights, the court has ruled that Chicago's Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Committee violated the law by failing to provide proper notices of meetings, agendas, and public access to meetings.

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

This morning, Chris Bridges from our team joined the 'MLK Jr. Day: What Is Your Blueprint for Life?' event hosted by Jack and Jill of North America and Fill A Heart 4 Kids in Lake Forest. Chris presented to families and kids ages K-12 about his career working in civil rights.

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The Eighth Amendment is meant to protect against prisoner abuse. Less than 1% of cases succeed. https://t.co/7MRHPkCBvF via @businessinsider

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

This shouldn't be complicated. Government secrecy about solitary confinement is bad. Let's change it.

[Restore Justice Foundation @JusticeRestore]

"Solitary confinement in Illinois must come out of the shadows."
@ChgoCivilRights Executive Director David Shapiro writes in @Suntimes op-ed about why we need transparency on solitary confinement. Read more: https://t.co/LVtjefVsIu

[Chicago Sun-Times @Suntimes]

A class-action lawsuit was filed against Mac Properties on Tuesday, following years of complaints against the property management company that controls a wide swath of the apartments in Hyde Park. https://t.co/Orrn7jM8cZ

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

Congratulations to my colleague Emily Coffey, who spoke at the White House yesterday at the Legal Aid Interagency Roundtable.

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

From Chicago to the White House! ➡️ 🏛️ Our Director of Equitable Community Development and Housing, Emily Coffey, was invited to speak today at the Legal Aid Interagency Roundtable (LAIR).

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

On Giving Tuesday, Please consider donating to Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights. As our multiracial democracy is under attack, we need your help now more than ever.

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

While browsing Cyber Monday deals today, consider a different kind of gift. Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday and with your support, we can continue our mission to secure racial equity and economic opportunity for all.

Donate now: https://t.co/0ATiGFZ5EC

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

Remember the number in case you hit a snag at the polls:
866-OUR-VOTE
866-OUR-VOTE
866-OUR-VOTE

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

Call/text 866-OUR-VOTE or click here to learn more about early voting: https://t.co/0jj0fmzPDD

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

Call/text 866-OUR-VOTE or click here to learn more about early voting: https://t.co/0jj0fmzPDD

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

Warm congratulations to Beatriz Diaz-Pollack and Chris Bridges for well-deserved recognition and to RYH for an outstanding event!

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

Last night, @ILRaiseYourHand honored both Beatriz Diaz-Pollack and Chris Bridges from our Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights' Education Equity team at their annual "Raise a Glass" fundraiser!

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

We are honored to have been mentioned on the House floor by Rep. Delia Ramirez! Her recognition of our Midwest Voting Rights Program and Senior Counsel, Cliff Helm, underscores the critical work we're doing to protect voting rights for all.

Watch here: https://t.co/qfQk0gPjyh

[david shapiro @ShapiroTweets]

Immense gratitude to our Emerald Sponsors Kirkland, Skadden, Mayer Brown, and Sidley and to all of our generous sponsors. We are so lucky for your partnership and support.

[Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights @ChgoCivilRights]

We’re just ONE WEEK away from Good Trouble Gala! 🌟 A heartfelt thank you to all of our amazing sponsors who make this night possible. Your support powers our mission to secure racial equity and economic opportunity for all. Almost time for good trouble!

#CLC55 #GoodTroubleGala