2020 Legislative Advocacy Guide
This advocacy guide provides information about the ACLU of New Mexico's legislative agenda and how you can help protect and expand civil liberties for all New Mexicans.
January 6, 2020
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Fall/Winter 2019 Torch
IN THIS ISSUE:
- Fired for Being Trans
- Fighting the Immigration Detention Machine
- Executive Director's Notes
- A Father's Nightmare
- Taking Down a Culture of Sexual Abuse in NM Prisons
January 1, 2020
Local Enforcement of Federal Immigration Law: A Statewide Assessment of Local Government Policies & Procedures
There is a growing movement throughout the country to adopt local policies that promote public safety and integrate immigrant families into the social, economic and cultural life of our communities.
September 10, 2019
Summer 2019 Torch
IN THIS ISSUE:
- Special Report: Crossing the Line
- Quick to Judge
- Interview with Father Lehman
- Remembering Justice Daniels
September 9, 2019
Holding Elected Officials Accountable by "Bird-Dogging"
"To bird-dog" means "to follow, watch carefully, or investigate." When used in a political context, the term refers to activists who seek out candidates or elected officials, pin them down with specific questions or information, and retrieve their views.
September 9, 2019
ACLU-NM Demands Otero County Processing Center Release Jesus Lorenzo Avila from Detention
On July 18, 2019, Otero County Processing Center (OCPC) improperly placed our client Jesus Lorenzo Avila in segregation, in violation of constitutional due process and free speech rights as well as ICE detention standards. Correctional officers falsey accused Mr.
August 1, 2019