2006 Membership Conference

 
This is a moment in our nation’s history when ordinary Americans are subjected to illegal surveillance, including wiretapping of phone calls and emails; prisoners are illegally detained in Guantanamo Bay – in flagrant violation of the Geneva Conventions on Torture; and the CIA has been authorized by the President to secretly kidnap people and send them to countries that engage in torture.

It’s time to stand up!

The 2006 ACLU Membership Conference, Stand Up for Freedom: Stop the Abuse of Power will be held in our nation’s capital October 15-17. Join other ACLU members from around the country to discuss and learn about recent government abuses of power, and develop the tools you need to organize around this issue.

Highlights of the conference will include:

• Hill Visits where attendees will have the opportunity to voice their concerns about abuses of power and other issues to Members of Congress. 

• Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia discussing and debating Constitutional issues with ACLU President Nadine Strossen.

• Sessions featuring nationally known speakers who will discuss the Administration’s recent polices and practices, as well as smaller workshops for activist training. Learn how we can make a difference and turn your frustration into positive action!

Fall is a great time to visit Washington D.C. In addition to a compelling conference schedule, the conference will be held at the Marriott Wardman Park, located on 16 acres of beautiful gardens, just minutes from the National Zoo and the National Cathedral. The hotel is surrounded by restaurants and shops and is located just steps away from the city’s Metro rail system, providing easy access to the rest of the Washington D.C.’s metropolitan areas.

Detailed registration information will be available in the spring. The ACLU will offer an “Early Bird Special” featuring discount registration rates for those first to sign-up for the conference, as well as a special rate for college students.

Check the National ACLU website often for the most up-to-date information about registration, lodging, speakers, workshops and other conference events.

The government’s abuses of power ignore fundamental Constitutional principles and undermine our vital system of checks and balances, weakening the hallmarks of American democracy. You cannot afford to miss this important opportunity to protect the civil liberties of all Americans. Stand up for freedom and join us at the 2006 ACLU Membership Conference this October in Washington D.C.