We believe it is our duty to keep the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged.
In Florida, Hispanics struggle daily with racism and colorism within our own communities. The harmful impact of these cultural norms often leaves the Afro-Latino community frustrated, ignored, and erased from the Hispanic diaspora.
In June 2021, the Biden administration ended former President Donald Trump’s unlawful “Remain in Mexico” policy. The ACLU had fought this disgraceful policy from its inception.
Millions of immigrants like myself have been living for years on a rollercoaster in regards to our status in this country. Legislation that has both supported and attacked our lives in the U.S. has caused us to constantly live in survival mode.
