Civil Rights and Liberties
Uncovering Trump’s Pressure Tactics: How They Impacted Universities Across America
In early April, a surprising idea came up during a lunch meeting with President Trump. He suggested canceling nearly $9 ... Read more
Columbia Bows to Trump’s Demands as Federal Funding Cuts Take Effect
Columbia University is making significant changes to its policies in response to pressure from the Trump administration. This surprising move ... Read more
Florida Mayor’s Controversial Ultimatum: Will a New Israeli-Palestinian Film Be Banned from Local Cinemas?
The mayor of Miami Beach, Steven Meiner, has made headlines by trying to evict a nonprofit cinema, O Cinema, from ... Read more
Unpacking the GOP’s Push to Dismantle the Education Department: Motivations and Implications for Students
In 1980, just two months after the Education Department opened, Republicans called for its closure. Now, over forty years later, ... Read more
From Champion to Challenger: Why the E.E.O.C. Is Turning Its Back on Trans Workers
Asher Lucas faced bullying at work because he is transgender. His co-workers said hurtful things like he was “born a ... Read more
Adams Case Judge: A History of Legal Battles with the Trump Administration
Dale E. Ho was the head of the American Civil Liberties Union’s (ACLU) voting rights litigation during President Trump’s first ... Read more
