Witness: The Civil Rights Blog

We’re working towards building an America as good as its ideals. Let’s talk to and about the people and campaigns that are helping to make that happen.

Blog Post 08.28.26

This ACS Awareness Month, the ACS Needs Defending

While it is important to promote and build awareness of the ACS overall, advocates must also be aware of the challenges to the integrity of the survey and we are committed to fighting for an accurate count.

Blog Post 05.27.26

The Digital Divide Grows Wider Unless We Take Action

Nearly one-third of U.S. workers lack digital skills, even as many jobs require them. Without training, AI readiness, and access, workers cannot compete in today’s economy. The Digital Equity Act (DEA) was designed to close that gap for workers and more communities, but one year ago, President Trump dismantled it.

Blog Post 04.1.26

Why the 2026 Census Test Puts Fair Representation at Risk

An accurate decennial census count is the foundation on which resources, representation, rights are shaped and allocated in this country. But earlier this year, the U.S. Census Bureau made an announcement that could drastically shift the effectiveness of our next census. But earlier this year, the U.S. Census Bureau made an announcement that could drastically shift the effectiveness of our next census.

Blog Post 09.12.25

Fighting Anti-Arab Racism

Anti-Arab racism can present in the false equivalence of advocacy for Palestinian human rights or Palestinian liberation with support for terrorism and in claims that treat criticism of the state of Israel or the ideology of Zionism as inherently hateful.

Blog Post 06.10.25

How Reconciliation Cuts Harm Civil Rights

The House-passed reconciliation bill proposes cuts and investments that would significantly harm civil and human rights, gutting vital services that help millions of families meet their basic needs.

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