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Local government authority overview
Whether it’s repairing relationships between a community and its police, seeking protections against racial discrimination and wage theft in the workplace, or protecting voters seeking access to the ballot, governments at the state, local, and tribal levels can ensure its community’s rights are protected. Here are a few ways local government attorneys protect the rule of law.
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Publication6/2/2025
Civil Rights Hub overview
Public Rights Project’s (PRP) Civil Rights Hub offers free legal support and technical assistance for…
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Publication5/13/2025
Protecting civil rights at the local level overview
As the federal government increasingly attacks long-standing civil rights protections, local governments are particularly well-positioned…
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Publication4/28/2025
Affirmative litigation overview
Affirmative litigation proactively enforces laws protecting individuals’ and communities’ rights. Government lawyers file lawsuits to…