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A New Phase in Civil Liberties Advocacy: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going
For decades, the ACLU of New Mexico has worked alongside communities to defend civil liberties and expand the promise of the constitution. Today, with fundamental freedoms under intensifying attack and the stakes for our democracy higher than ever, that work has never been more urgent.
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Oct 17, 2025
Locked Out: When School Boards Exclude Native Representation
At a small school district in northwestern New Mexico, many Navajo parents cannot run for local school board or vote in the school district’s elections where their children go to school.
Apr 30, 2025
We Are Defending Freedom in the Courts — And Still Winning
With 53 lawsuits filed against the Trump administration and counting, we will not surrender our freedoms to a lawless executive branch.
Oct 10, 2023
SCOTUS Ruling Serves to Protect Indigenous Culture
In a huge victory for tribal sovereignty, this June, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the attack against ICWA in Brackeen v. Haaland.
Jul 26, 2023
Why Language Assistance is Vital to the Health of Indigenous People
Senior Indigenous Justice Staff Attorney Preston Sanchez explains why access to language assistance is vital to the overall health of Indigenous people.
By Maria Archuleta, Preston Sanchez
Jul 03, 2023
New Mexico’s Historic Voting Rights Victory
When the New Mexico Voting Rights Act was signed into law, there was an air of relief and gratitude for the hard work and opportunity we had been presented. For the first time in New Mexico’s modern history, voters, advocates, and elected officials will be able to collaborate meaningfully to engage more people than ever before.
Jun 22, 2023
Cibola High School Ruling a Breakthrough for Indigenous Students
It was such a shocking thing to happen. When the teacher cut the other student’s thick braid off, you could hear her sawing through the hair with the blades. The class was stunned.
Mar 30, 2023
Here's How New Mexico is Leading the Way for Voting Rights
In the face of federal inaction, New Mexican lawmakers are stepping up to enshrine voter protections in law.
Jan 27, 2023
We Have An Ambitious Agenda for the 2023 Legislative Session
The most recent elections have made clear that New Mexicans are ready to move forward with a more progressive agenda rooted in justice, equity, and liberty. Here are more details on our 2023 legislative priorities.
By Peter Simonson
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