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This infographic details methods PA county election boards use to notify voters of mail-in ballot packet mistakes: automatic return, automatic cancellation/reissue, email/phone/mail notification, lists published or sent to parties, and system coding.
Informational graphic titled 'How to Track Your Mail Ballot And Make Sure Your Vote Counts', detailing steps for tracking a mail-in ballot, what to do if there's an issue, your right to receive notice, and what to do if something is wrong.
A light purple graphic with pictures of the Pennsylvania State Capitol building in Harrisburg in the middle and a close-up of a basketball court net on the bottom in a purple tint. The text on the graphic says, "This cruel state bill will harm young trans Pennsylvanians. Take action to stop Senate Bill 1293!"
A light and dark yellow flyer graphic with a picture of a person with a beanie hat, hoodie, and glasses sitting at a desk with a laptop. There is a large backpack in the back. The flyer describes a webinar that is hosted by the aclu of Pennsylvania Black Donor Network Initiative that focuses on defending education equity and our work defending diversity, equity, and inclusion attacks affecting Pennsylvania students. The webinar is April 21, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Featured speakers include Harold Jordan, Senior Education Equity Coordinator and Dr. Eboni M. Zamani-Gallaher, Dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education.
A flyer graphic that features people in coats on the bottom with signs that say, "ice out of Philly" and text that says, "Philly says ice out! City Council Hearing and first vote. Monday, April 13, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. City Hall, Room 400. Lunch provided".
An image of Philadelphia City Hall with the Love statute on a dark blue background with text that says, "Ice out! Philly loves immigrants rally! Join us for a rally in Love Park. Saturday, April 11 at 1 p.m."
Text on a black graphic that features the majority opinion of the case by Chief Justice Debra Todd.
Black background with bold yellow text reading, “This country belongs to the people” Center image shows a crowd holding signs, including one that reads “Immigrants are welcome here.” Lower text reads, “Join us in the streets, Saturday, March 28” and “Find a protest near you,” with the ACLU logo at the bottom.
Text on a blue graphic that talks about today, March 18, being the anniversary of Gideon versus Wainwright, and how the case established the right to counsel for people who cannot afford an attorney.
A picture of a flyer on a green background with text that says, "Rise Together to Melt Ice and Support the aclu of pa. Thursday, March 12. 6 until 8 p.m. Koru Movement Studio and New Hope Fire and Ice. 415 West Bridge Street. New Hope, Pennsylvania. Event highlights: Light movement and meditation. Cold plunge and sauna. Question and Answer with the aclu of pa. 100 percent of proceeds support the aclu of pa. $75 per person. Reserve your spot at wearekoru.com and make your donation at aclupa.org. Your donation receipt is your ticket".
A cover image with a blue collage picture of the Statue of Liberty that reads: ACLU of Pennsylvania Statement on Quakertown Student Arrests.
A screenshot of a letter on United States Senate letterhead from U.S. Senator John Fetterman.
A green graphic with text that says, "Myth: Teachers can create pronoun or name bans in their classrooms".
A navy, pink, and blue cover photo announcing a motion to intervene. At the top, there is an image of legal documents and the ACLU-PA logo. The bottom reads: ACLU of Pennsylvania Joins Lawsuit After Denial of Gender-Affirming Care.
Blue and beige graphic that reads, "Tell City Council: ICE Out of Philly. Sign up to speak at council. City Hall - NE Corner. Thursday, Jan. 29, 8:30 AM.
A light green graphic with an illustration of a notebook with text that says, "Myth: I can't express myself through protest without a permit".
A picture of Alex Domingos, in a yellow button down shirt and beard, with text that says, "At a time when immigrants' rights are under attack, when fear too often replaces fairness, silence isn't an option. Alex Domingos, Advocacy and Policy Strategist, aclu-pa".
A graphic featuring a picture of white lit candles with text that says, "Thursday, January 8 at 5 p.m. Philly City Hall at the Northeast Corner. In Grief and in Anger. A vigil to protest the ice murder in Minneapolis and all ice killings. Grieve, organize, plug in, and build with your neighbors. Sponsored by No ice Philly, Juntos, Asian Americans United, the Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition, cair Philadelphia, Free Migration Project, Amistad Law Project and a host of other co-sponsors."
A photo of Riley H. Ross, the third, with a short cut, black rimmed glasses, and a gray suit with a striped tie in a red and white filter with text that says, "Congratulations to Riley H. Ross, the third for being named as ACLU-PA's new president of the board of directors".
A collage of multiple images on a light blue background with text that says, "ACLU-PA stood on business this year". From left to right, an image in a red tint of Alex Domingos, advocacy and policy strategist, with a short cut, beard, and a dark colored blazer holding the microphone at a rally. From center right, an image of Mike Lee, executive director, in a dark blazer and bowtie, meeting with officials and ACLU staffers in a conference room in Washington, D.C. From bottom left, an image of Vanessa Stine, with curly hair in a bun and a houndstooth coat, sitting in front of a microphone, at Philadelphia City Hall. From bottom right, an image of Danitra Sherman, with long braids and a light colored blazer, holding a microphone at a rally.
Text on a black background in pink, blue, and white coloring that says, "Trans Day of Remembrance. We honor our trans neighbors and friends who lost their lives to violence".
A graphic on a white background with text in light blue that says, "Our trans community," followed by text in light pink that says, "is worth fighting for". There is also additional text in light pink that says, "Trans Awareness Week".
A picture of aclu-pa staff and members holding a sign that says, "ACLU" with two hearts during a No Kings protest in a pink and green filter on a dark green background with text that says, "Double your impact this Giving Tuesday".
Black graphic that reads, "Mail Ballot Reminder: If you still have your mail ballot, it’s not too late to return it — but don’t mail it. Instead, take it to your county elections office or designated drop-off location. Mail ballots must be RECEIVED by your county elections office by 8 p.m. Election Day. A postmark is not sufficient."
Black graphic with white and yellow text reads: "Know Your Rights on Election Day. If the polls close while you're still in line, stay in line--you have the right to vote. f you make a mistake on your ballot ask for a new one. If the machines are down at your polling place, ask for paper ballot. If you run into any problems or have questions on Election Day, call the Election Protection Hotline: 1-866-OUR-VOTE."
Graphic that says, "Important! This morning, voters registered without a party affiliation in Chester County were not on the poll books due to a clerical error. Election workers are moving quickly to resolve the issue. In the meantime, registered voters who are missing from the poll books should fill out a provisional ballot."
A color-blocked graphic with a header that says, "What is a judicial retention election?" Following the header are explanation bullet points that say, "1) The Pennsylvania Supreme Court decides cases that impact our fundamental rights. 2) This November, there will be three state Supreme Court justices on the ballot. 3) A retention election is a YES/NO vote on whether to keep a current state Supreme Court justice. 4) A YES vote maintains the current Court, a NO vote triggers a two-year partisan election process." The bottom color block reads, "The retention vote will appear at the bottom of your ballot." The side color block reads, "Vote. Nov.4" and the ACLU-PA logo is above in the top right corner.
A blue and white image of The Contrarian News logo. Underneath there is a photo of Mike Lee, ACLU-PA executive director, speaking at a microphone. The image is next to text that says, "Watch Now. What's exactly at stake in the PA Supreme Court retention election on Nov. 4?"
A black graphic that reads: WE THE PEOPLE PROTEST: Escalating abuses of power, troops on our streets, targeting of immigrant communities, attacks on our free speech, threats to our democracy. Saturday, October 18, in cities across the country. The ACLU People Power logo is at the bottom of the graphic.
Brown graphic reads, "Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Today we honor Native Americans (and not that other guy)"
An orange background with a photo of Naiymah Sanchez on the left with medium-length black hair and a black blazer and a photo of Sophia Schiaroli with short blonde hair and a white dress. The text says, "Congratulations Naiymah and Sophia! aclu-pa's Naiymah Sanchez and Sophia Schiaroli were both named as one of the Most Influential LGBTQ+ Leaders for 2025 by Philadelphia Gay News!".
Text on a dark blue graphic that says, "This is a significant victory for voters in Washington County and across the commonwealth. When Washington County decided not to notify voters of mistakes on their mail ballot, it wasn't just disenfranchising them, it was denying them due process. Mike Lee, Executive Director of the aclu of Pennsylvania".
A graphic featuring three people, one woman with long and curly hair in the middle, another woman on the lower right with her hair in a ponytail, and an elderly man with a hat and mustache on the lower left with text in Spanish that says, "This Hispanic Heritage Month, ACLU-PA celebrates: The dignity, culture, and rights of Hispanic communities in Pennsylvania".
A green background graphic with a tan and white notebook with text that says, "Myth: There is nothing that can be done if you have wrong or misleading information in your school records".
Text on a yellow background that says, "What issues are important to you in this year's election?".
A dark blue graphic with text that says, "In Pennsylvania, state Supreme Court justices serve 10-year terms".
A graphic on an orange background that says in blue and white text, "Attention. Retention".
Danitra Sherman, wearing a tan blazer jacket, with long black braids, and holding a microphone at a colorful podium with text that says, "Immigrants are our neighbors. Not a line item" outside.
Text on a pink background that says, "Never too young to dissent injustice".
A graphic on a light blue background that says, "The youth can dissent".
A blue graphic with a picture of a woman with long black hair shouting next to a megaphone with text that says, "Turn outrage into action. Join Power and Purpose: A popular education training. September 6. 9 am to 4:30 pm. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania."
Text on a burgundy background that says, "The president cannot override our Pennsylvania Constitution, which is clear: locking people up simply because they can't afford to pay is not justice. Witold, Vic, Walczak, legal director of the aclu of Pennsylvania".
A dark green graphic with text that says, "Governor Shapiro: No collaboration with ice."
A light orange graphic with bold dark orange text that says, "We're going on Summer break! July 28 until August 1, 2025."
White text on a purple background that says, "[By formalizing a Welcoming Policy,] Montgomery County would not only promote inclusivity and unity but also strengthen its economy, improve public safety, and enhance its global appeal. This policy would demonstrate our county's commitment to the values of fairness, respect, and opportunity, making it a stronger, safer, and more prosperous place for everyone."
Picture of text that reads: "The Constitution could not be clearer: People born in the U.S. are American citizens. ACLU"
A dark blue background with a picture of the Supreme Court with text that says, "The Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization Supreme Court decision ended the federal constitutional right to abortion".
A graphic on a dark pink background with pink and white text that says, "Care for trans youth remains legal in PA".
Crowd of people in Philadelphia
Conoce tus derechos en una protesta: Qué hacer si presencias una conducta indebida por parte de la policía u otro agente del orden público. Tienes derecho a grabar a la policía desde una distancia segura. Intenta identificar y obtener la información de contacto de otros testigos. Anota el nombre, el número de placa, el número de patrulla y/o cualquier otra característica única de los agentes (por ejemplo, color de pelo, tatuajes, etc.). Anota todo en cuanto te sea posible. Presenta una queja legal ante la ACLU-PA.
Graphic reading: ACLU Pennsylvania. KYR at a protest: What to do if you witness misconduct by police or other law enforcement officer. You have the right to record police from a safe distance. Try to identify and get contact info for other witnesses. Write down officers' name, badge number, patrol car numbers, and/or any other unique features (e.g., hair color, tattoos, etc.). Write everything down as soon as you can. File a legal complaint with ACLU-PA.
Text on a black graphic that showcases a list of rights related to protesting. The list including, you don't need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don't need a permit to march in the strrets or along sidewalks, as long as you're not obstructing traffic or access to buildings.
A quote graphic on a light yellow background from aclu-pa Legal Director, Witold "Vic" Walczak that says, "At a time when radical and reactionary anti-immigration elected officials assume that they can act with impunity to implement a chaotic and cruel agenda targeting immigrants across the United States, it's critical to send a message that nobody is above the law. The Bucks County Sheriff is no exception".
A black and yellow graphic that says, "Protest President Trump's abuse of power. Join us on June 14. rsvp now". In the foreground there are pictures of protests, one person holding a megaphone with long hair and puffer jacket and one on the bottom with a group of protestors holding signs.
A white and green graphic that says, "Join us on June 14 to say no to kings. No King Rallies. Philadelphia. Saturday, June 14. 12 until 3 p.m. Love Park. 1500 John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Philadelphia, pa 19102. Harrisburg. Saturday, June 14. 5 until 7 p.m. South Riverfront Park. Harrisburg, PA 17104. Pittsburgh. Saturday, June 14. 12:30 until 2:30 p.m. City County Building. 414 Grant Street. Pittsburgh, PA 15219."