Keith Thirion, AFJ Action · [email protected]

April 28, 2022 at 2:11 PM

Take Action! Sign Our Petition to Hold Justice Thomas Accountable!

Sign our petition demanding that Justice Thomas recuse himself from all cases surrounding the January 6th insurrection. Dear John,    Recently, disturbing revelations have come to light regarding the political activity of Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Evidence shows…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

April 21, 2022 at 9:38 PM

The Rush: Pressing Forward

117 vacancies left to fill... The sprint is on. Fresh off the triumph of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation, the Senate has an opportunity in the coming months to move our federal courts closer to the promise of respecting and champion…

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  Abby Levine, Alliance For Justice · [email protected]

April 19, 2022 at 1:30 PM

A Leadership Transition for Bolder Advocacy

“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart.” - Mahatma Gandhi Dear John,    After 18 wonderful years, my time at Alliance for Justice (AFJ) as the Director of our Bolder Advocacy program is winding down. In this important moment for both me and the organizatio…

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  Keith Thirion, AFJ Action · [email protected]

April 18, 2022 at 3:29 PM

Take Action! Sign Our Petition to Hold Justice Thomas Accountable!

Sign our petition demanding that Justice Thomas recuse himself from all cases surrounding the January 6th insurrection. Dear John,    Recently, disturbing revelations have come to light regarding the political activity of Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Evidence shows …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

April 15, 2022 at 4:04 PM

Did Your Senators Support KBJ? Judges Like Her?

Senators representing just 42.3% of the U.S. tried to block her confirmation Friends, Last week’s elevation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to become the first Black woman, and the first public defender, on the U.S. Supreme Court really matters. It matters that abortion rights opponents weren’t ab…

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  Rakim Brooks, AFJ Action · [email protected]

April 8, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Join Us in Celebrating Ketanji Brown Jackson's Confirmation

VICTORY! Ketanji Brown Jackson has been confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court.Dear John,    Yesterday, we made history when Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed to a lifetime appointment on the U.S. Supreme Court. She is the first Black woman and the first public defender to be confirmed to the S…

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  Rakim H.D. Brooks · [email protected]

April 7, 2022 at 6:13 PM

JUSTICE Ketanji Brown Jackson

The votes are in - we did it! Friends, Today, the Senate finally confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to a lifetime appointment on the U.S. Supreme Court! I want to personally thank you for leading us to this historic moment. We have achieved this victory because you cared enough to give your t…

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  AFJ Action · [email protected]

April 5, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Last Chance to Show Your Support for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

Join us to make her Justice Jackson  Dear John,    We're ready to put the first Black woman and first public defender on the U.S. Supreme Court. This week we must show up for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to assure that we will have a remarkable jurist who respects all of our rights on the highest cou…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

April 4, 2022 at 8:50 PM

Judge Jackson Is One Step Closer

Here's what comes next  Friends, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is one step closer to becoming Justice Jackson. The Senate Judiciary Committee just advanced her nomination, and the nation is that much closer to a more just and representative justice system. As Alliance for Justice President Rakim Bro…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

April 1, 2022 at 2:30 PM

A Look At Our April Public Webinars

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.  Upcoming Public Webinars APRIL 2022 | ONLINE | $45 for Non-Members Public Webinar: What Texas Nonprofits Need to Know About Ballot Measures April 5 | 2 PM ET / 11 AM …

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

March 25, 2022 at 7:51 PM

Take Action! Sign Our Petition to Confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson!

Sign our petition to tell the Senate you support the swift and unobstructed confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court. Dear John,    Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court confirmation hearing began this week and we witnessed firsthand the brilliance, temperament, and pois…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

March 24, 2022 at 9:00 PM

The Rush: Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Persevered!

It was a big week for lower court nominees, too This week, we witnessed firsthand the brilliance, temperament, and poise of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.  Throughout the Senate Judiciary Committee (SJC) proceedings this week, each exchange revealed her exemplary skill and character. We can all share…

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  Alliance For Justice · [email protected]

March 24, 2022 at 1:55 AM

Supreme Court Hearings Wrap-Up – Day Three

Four key takeaways from today's hearing Dear John,     Just as yesterday’s questioning concluded, AFJ President Rakim Brooks reflected on the day’s hearings on MSNBC’s The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell. He highlighted how wonderful it was to see Judge Jackson’s sheer brilliance on display. H…

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  Alliance For Justice · [email protected]

March 22, 2022 at 11:40 PM

Supreme Court Mid-Hearings Wrapup – Day Two (So Far)

Five key takeaways from today’s hearing Dear John,    “Grace under pressure” is how Sen. Amy Klobuchar described Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s performance today, and we could not agree more. Following a dinner recess, senators will be continuing with their first round of questions within the hour. …

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  Alliance For Justice · [email protected]

March 21, 2022 at 10:53 PM

Supreme Court Hearings Wrapup – Day One

Five key takeaways from today’s hearing Dear John,    “Today is a day of joy. Today we should rejoice. President Biden nominated someone we have heard who is extraordinarily talented, who also happens to be a Black woman.” – Senator Cory Booker   As Chairman Richard Durbin said at the outset of the…

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  AFJ Action · [email protected]

March 19, 2022 at 2:01 PM

It’s Judge Jackson’s Week to Shine

Here’s what we’re watching for at the confirmation hearings Dear John,    Monday is the first day of hearings for Supreme Court Nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.    Judge Jackson will leave the hearing room on Wednesday having shown committee members and the nation her deep commitment to equal j…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

March 18, 2022 at 3:10 PM

Sign Our Petition to Confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson

Sign our petition to tell the Senate you support the swift and unobstructed confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court. Dear John,   President Biden has fulfilled his commitment to nominate the first Black woman Supreme Court justice, and now is the time to show up for her.  Ju…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

March 18, 2022 at 2:27 PM

The Rush: Let's Do This!

12 more judges are on the Senate floor We have just days to go before the country hears directly from Judge Jackson, and witnesses for themselves why she will be a remarkable justice. The country is ready for this historic process to begin! This week, AFJ submitted a letter in support of Judge Jac…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

March 17, 2022 at 5:00 PM

Encuentro de Activistas Audaces

We’re inviting Spanish-speaking advocates to join our community of bold activists! (For information in English, please scroll down). Abogacía Más Audaz les invita a un Encuentro de activistas audaces14 de abril de 2021 a las 3:00 PM hora del Este / 12:00 PM hora del Pacífico. ¡Únanse a nuestra comun…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

March 11, 2022 at 12:06 AM

The Rush: Onward to Confirmation

KBJ's moment to shine. image via the Senate Judiciary Committee  It is Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s moment to shine. We are trumpeting her credentials, her record, and the historic contribution she will make as a former public defender and one who brings unique perspective as the first Black wom…

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  Alliance For Justice · [email protected]

March 8, 2022 at 11:15 PM

Reflections on Selma and International Women’s Day

Why This Week Makes Us Thankful For KBJ Dear John,     This week at Alliance for Justice, democracy and the future of women’s rights in our country are both very much on our minds. Both are in danger. Who sits on our courts today is a big reason…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

March 4, 2022 at 4:30 PM

A Look At Our March Public Webinars

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.Upcoming Public Webinars MARCH 2022 | ONLINE | $45 Public Webinar: Influencing Public Policy Through Social Media and Other Online ActivitiesMarch 14 | 2 PM ET / 11 AM…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 8:18 PM

It’s Time to Show Up and Support Ketanji Brown Jackson

President Biden just nominated Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. Now, it's time to take action. Dear John,   Today, President Biden nominated Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. This nomination is a long-overdue step towards a Court that better represents all of us. And it is a gi…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 3:56 PM

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Will Be A Supreme Court Justice For All!

Here's what we know about this nominee Dear John,     Moments ago, President Biden made history by announcing Ketanji Brown Jackson as his nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court. Judge Jackson of the important D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals is the fir…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 12:30 AM

The Rush: Still Waiting...But There’s News!

President Biden will announce his first nominee to the Supreme Court as soon as tomorrow. President Biden will announce his first nominee to the Supreme Court as soon as tomorrow. The White House has completed interviews of the short-listers, backgrounds have been mulled over, and judicial record…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

February 22, 2022 at 7:47 PM

Bolder Advocacy's Newly Updated Social Media Guide Helps Nonprofits Navigate Digital Advocacy

This guide addresses the many complex legal and advocacy challenges nonprofits face while conducting digital advocacy. Dear John, Alliance for Justice’s Bolder Advocacy program is thrilled to launch a major update to our guide entitled Influencing Public Policy in the Digital Age.  With election s…

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  Alliance for Justice | Alliance for Justice Action Campaign · [email protected]

February 18, 2022 at 10:12 PM

Preparing for a Historic Supreme Court Nominee

Alliance for Justice and Alliance for Justice Action Campaign have been busy building support for the historic opportunity to put the first Black woman on the Supreme Court. While the country waits for President Biden to name the Supreme Court nominee, AFJ and AFJ Action have been busy building sup…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

February 10, 2022 at 7:05 PM

The Rush: Preparing for the Fight Ahead

After the big announcement of Justice Breyer’s retirement, we are all eager to see history made when President Biden names, and the Senate confirms, the first Black woman to the highest court.     After the big announcement of Justice Breyer’s retirement, we ar…

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

February 3, 2022 at 4:00 PM

A Look At Our February Public Webinars

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.     Upcoming Public WebinarsFEBRUARY 2022 | ONLINE | $45   How to Manage 501(c)(3) and 5…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

February 1, 2022 at 10:59 PM

The First Black Woman Justice Will Determine Her-story

It is time for us to show up for Black women. This is our shot.   Dear John,     Last week, we reached out following the news that Justice Stephen Breyer will retire at the end of this term, and to preview the phenomenal women who could ascend to the Supreme Court, …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

January 27, 2022 at 4:48 PM

The Rush: The Time is Now!

Following the news of Justice Stephen Breyer’s impending retirement, AFJ is ready to fight for the historic confirmation of our nation’s first Black woman Supreme Court justice.     Following the news of Justice Stephen Breyer’s impending retirement, AFJ is re…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

January 26, 2022 at 10:58 PM

Breyer’s Retirement Makes a Black Woman Supreme Court Justice Possible

AFJ is preparing for the fight ahead as President Biden prepares to nominate the first Black woman to a seat on the Supreme Court.     Dear John,     What an exciting day! ICYMI, leading news outlets are reporting that Justice Stephen Breyer…

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

January 16, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Join AFJAC at Monday's DC Peace Walk

President Biden and Congress invested trillions in our bridges, roads and trains. Now it’s time they deliver for our democracy by passing the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.   Hi John,    As we look back on the past year, we ref…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

January 13, 2022 at 5:30 PM

The Rush

Happy New Year! After a remarkable year for judicial confirmations, the Senate is preparing to confirm more impressive nominees.     Happy New Year! After a remarkable year for judicial confirmations, the Senate is preparing to confirm more impressive nominees. …

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  Bolder Advocacy · [email protected]

January 7, 2022 at 4:15 PM

Kick Off 2022 with Bolder Advocacy

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country in trainings designed to make you and your organization bold advocates.     Upcoming Public WebinarsJANUARY 2022 | ONLINE | $45 Advocacy and Lobbying 101 Januar…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

January 6, 2022 at 8:06 PM

We Must Never Forget This Unprecedented Attack on Democracy

My reflections on the war on democracy.     John,   One year ago, a mob violently stormed the Capitol Building in one of the most vicious attacks on American democracy in our nation’s history. They assaulted Capitol Police and threatened elec…

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  Rakim Brooks, Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

January 1, 2022 at 2:02 AM

Only 3 Hours Left To Donate in 2021 ⏳

As midnight approaches, you can end the year on a high note with a donation to AFJ!     Dear John, As midnight approaches, you can end the year on a high note with a donation to AFJ!      Donate now to help us continue the fight for ju…

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  Rakim Brooks, Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 11:03 PM

Boldly Forward in 2022

It’s been an exciting year, but we are looking toward the future.     Dear John, It’s been an exciting year, but we are looking toward the future. As I write, there are 33 judicial nominees pending confirmation and more than 100 vacanci…

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  Rakim Brooks, Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 5:03 PM

Only 12 Hours Left ⏰

Today is the last day to support AFJ in 2021. We’ve had an incredible year and have bold plans for the year ahead.     Dear John, Today is the last day to support AFJ in 2021. We’ve had an incredible year and have bold plans for the ye…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

December 27, 2021 at 6:27 PM

Stand for Reform. Stand for Justice.

Your support will help us further our reach and strengthen our advocacy around these critical reforms before it is too late.     Dear John, While we fight to place judges on the bench, AFJ will not lose sight of the other threats facin…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

December 22, 2021 at 8:04 PM

The Rush: 2021 in Review

We should all be proud of what we accomplished this year. After four years of Trump-McConnell judges, we had our shot and we made it count.     John,   We should all be proud of what we accomplished this year. After four years of Trump-McConnell judges, we had o…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

December 21, 2021 at 5:25 PM

We Have BIG Plans for 2022

Of course, we will be busy with our core work, but now is not the time to rest. Innovation is required if we are going to win the fight for our courts and the soul of our democracy.     Dear John,    We have big plans for 2022. Of course, we will be busy with o…

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  Abby Levine · [email protected]

December 20, 2021 at 4:21 PM

Maximize Your Advocacy in 2022!

Now is the time of year when many 501(c)(3) public charities realize they could have devoted more funding toward lobbying efforts and remained within the legal limits.   Alliance for Justice’s Bolder Advocacy program is excited to launch a new res…

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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]

December 16, 2021 at 6:08 PM

Join Us In Repairing Our Courts

You’ve always been there for us, and we couldn’t do this work without you. Will you join us now as we work to repair our courts and protect our hard-won constitutional rights?     Dear John,    Thank you so much for including us in your 2020 giving plan. Your d…

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  Abby Levine · [email protected]

December 15, 2021 at 5:01 PM

6 New States Just Dropped! 📝

Alliance for Justice’s Bolder Advocacy program is excited to launch the next six states in its new Practical Guidance – What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying state law resource series. Alliance for Justice’s Bolder Advocacy program is excite…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

December 14, 2021 at 7:17 PM

The Rush: Breaking News

The judicial stars continue to align and today we celebrate the confirmation of more history-making candidates. Here's the latest.     John,     The judicial stars continue to align and today we celebrate the nomination and confirmation of more history-making ca…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

November 30, 2021 at 6:31 PM

HAPPENING TOMORROW: Rally to Save Abortion Rights from a Radical Supreme Court

The Court is set to hear a case that strikes directly at the heart of Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, with the future of people’s constitutional right to an abortion at stake.     Hi John,     We’re joining the Center for Reproductive Rights and th…

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  Rakim Brooks, Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

November 29, 2021 at 5:45 PM

Why I Believe in AFJ

I know you have supported AFJ for many years. You have carried us through dark days and dug deep when we needed you most. But today I’m asking you to dig a little deeper and consider doubling your gift to AFJ. Now is the time to see that the work Nan started forty years ago does not go to…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

November 24, 2021 at 3:35 PM

The Rush: What's Cooking...

As we prepare to gather with family and friends to officially kick off the holiday season, there is plenty to be thankful for on Capitol Hill. In addition to the successful passage of the bipartisan infrastructure law, this week marked more good news in our streak of history-making judici…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

November 22, 2021 at 4:02 PM

What We’re Thankful For 🦃

The last year has left a lot for us to reflect on during the holidays, but it’s also given us a lot to be thankful for.     John,     The last year has left a lot for us to reflect on during the holidays, but it’s also given us a lot to be thankful for: …

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