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RandySF

(58,818 posts)
Tue Aug 19, 2014, 12:48 AM Aug 2014

I'm joining the ACLU for the first time tonight.

I've always been cowed away from joining the ACLU ever since the 1988 election when Mike Dukakis was forn apart for his affiliation. But after the events in Ferguson, MO, I can't stand by idly anymore.

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I'm joining the ACLU for the first time tonight. (Original Post) RandySF Aug 2014 OP
Been a member for years. NutmegYankee Aug 2014 #1
I've been a member for years Savannahmann Aug 2014 #2
I've been a member since the 80's. Good for you! octoberlib Aug 2014 #3
Welcome. nolabear Aug 2014 #4
I am so glad you have. I joined in 1988 BECAUSE the right wing smeared Dukakis. Luminous Animal Aug 2014 #5
eternal vigilence is the price of liberty grasswire Aug 2014 #6
Thank you! cui bono Aug 2014 #7
To quote Granny littlemissmartypants Aug 2014 #8
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