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With the 2018 legislative session starting February 20, we know you have lots of questions about what to anticipate over the next three months. Communicating with your state legislators is easier than you think—and it’s fundamental to democracy. In this blog, we answer your questions about how to talk to your Minnesota legislators so that they will listen!

Our history is shaped by the fundamental right to protest—and athletes and fans are a part of that history. 

Today, on the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we’ll be tweeting about these and other significant reproductive rights cases in Minnesota history. Follow us at @ACLUMN.

ACLU of Minnesota fights for First Amendment rights at the U.S. Supreme Court. 

A 14-year-old Minnesota girl is fighting criminal charges that have the potential to destroy her future, including her ability to obtain housing, to enroll in college programs, and even to pursue some career paths. Her case does not involve harm to others. It does not involve damage to property. And it does not have anything to do with illegal substances.

Sonia is a 26-year-old Minnesotan and DACA recipient. She was born in Mexico and has lived in Minnesota since she was 10-years-old. To protect her privacy, Sonia has requested to withhold her last name. 

The Minneapolis police put Marcus Fischer in an interview room. He started cutting himself. They Tasered him and shot him.