ACLU of Michigan Our Movement, Our Moment 2019 Dinner

Transgender people belong. Abortion is health care. No human is illegal. Everyone deserves a second chance. These are the values that the American Civil Liberties Union fights for and rights that it serves to protect. On Friday, Nov. 1, at The Henry Ford Museum, the ACLU of Michigan will host its annual 2019 dinner.
The event's keynote speaker is the Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II.
"A riveting warrior for social justice, Rev. Dr. Barber calls on all of us to be the 'moral defibrillators of our time.' His Poor People's Campaign has inspired thousands across the U.S. to come together in support of the rights of immigrants, LGBTQ people and women; against mass incarceration and for voting rights; and for a 'revolution of values,' in which no one is left behind," write ALCU organizers. "Rev. Dr. Barber is also a contributing op-ed writer for the New York Times and the Washington Post, and is a 2018 MacArthur Fellow."
The 2019 honorees include Lamonte Card who was released from prison after 25 years and now fights for voting reforme in the Promote the Vote Campaign.
"Lamonte's extraordinary commitment to civic engagement is a model for us all," organizers said.
Vicki Moore is also an honoree. She has been a champion for abortion access since before Roe v. Wade.
"She is a courageous fighter for reproductive freedom in Michigan," the ACLU wrote. "Providing advocacy and abortion care for women in mid-Michigan for decades despite relentless attacks."
The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception with the full program beginning at 7:30 p.m. Find out more about The ACLU and its event online at aclumich.org.