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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsI'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
I am so glad you have. I joined in 1988 BECAUSE the right wing smeared Dukakis.
Luminous Animal
Aug 2014
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NutmegYankee
(16,199 posts)1. Been a member for years.
Good for you!
Savannahmann
(3,891 posts)2. I've been a member for years
octoberlib
(14,971 posts)3. I've been a member since the 80's. Good for you!
nolabear
(41,963 posts)4. Welcome.
We need you!
Luminous Animal
(27,310 posts)5. I am so glad you have. I joined in 1988 BECAUSE the right wing smeared Dukakis.
grasswire
(50,130 posts)6. eternal vigilence is the price of liberty
www.aclu.org
cui bono
(19,926 posts)7. Thank you!
I have my renewal sitting on my paperwork pile, gonna send in that check this week.
littlemissmartypants
(22,656 posts)8. To quote Granny
I'm gonna mind a do it myself. Already joined the NAACP... why not!!?!!
https://www.aclu.org/secure/donate-protect-your-civil-liberties-now?s_src=UNW140001SEM&ms=gad_SEM_Google_Search-Evergreen-ACLU%20Brand_ACLU%20Name%20Terms_aclu_e_47704570942