"I'm an immigration attorney, and my clients inspire me."

June Keith is an immigration attorney at Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice.

June Keith

"Our progress in voting rights endures despite setbacks."

Terese Grant has held various leadership roles with the Iowa League of Women Voters.

Terese Grant

Stories of Determination & Hope

In difficult times, Iowans remind us that we can grow stronger and more focused on upholding our nation’s promise of liberty and justice for all.

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"I get my inspiration from the resilience of Black folks."

Lori A. Young is the former communications director for Just Voices, a racial justice non-profit that seeks to end racially biased policing in Iowa.

Lori A. Young

"No matter what laws are passed, books and ideas prevail."

Jerri Heid is a retired youth librarian who served communities for more than 30 years.

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"As an openly transgender person living in Iowa, this is a difficult time. Yet I'm hopeful."

Jesse Vroegh is a former ACLU of Iowa client who filed and won the first transgender rights case in our state.

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2025 Iowa Civil Liberties Legislation Recap

The 2025 Iowa Legislative session was heart-breaking, in many ways.

Iowa State Capitol

New Iowa law prevents bogus lawsuits from silencing people

For too long, lawsuits have been used simply to intimidate and silence Iowans who speak truth to power. Now that will change.

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Why school police officers may not be the most effective way to prevent violence

Research shows school police officers may subconsciously make students feel less safe.

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