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Los Angeles High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
LOS ANGELES - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California today announced that Tamika McDonald of Manual Arts High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. ston, Executive Director of the ACLU of Southern California. "We are inspired by and proud of Tamika McDonald's energy, contributions and commitment to take on the struggle of defending civil liberties. Her commitment gives us faith that today's young people are dedicated to defending civil liberties and civil rights."

New York High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
NEW YORK - - The American Civil Liberties Union of New York today announced that Geny Cabral of Central Park East Secondary School in Manhattan is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. e -- Geny, has grown into a dedicated activist for civil liberties, reproductive health care and the rights of minors. Since Geny joined THI three years ago, she has become an outspoken ambassador on civil rights issues, traveling to other countries to share and learn about activism.

Martinez, California High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
SAN FRANCISCO - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California today announced that Gabriel Martinez of Alhambra High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. a educate minors about civil rights by planning youth rights conferences and investigative field trips for young activists.

Naperville, Illinois High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
CHICAGO - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois today announced that David Lau of Naperville North High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. inois. ""His energy, his intelligence and his keen understanding of the interests and concerns of students in the Chicago area was of great assistance to us. We wish him well.""

Fair Haven, New Jersey High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
NEWARK, NJ - - The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey today announced that Annie Preziosi of Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. tice and equality,"" said Deborah Jacobs, Executive Director of the ACLU of New Jersey. ""She has proven herself to be a true believer who seeks to educate, when appropriate, and is willing to fight, when needed, to preserve liberty for all.""

Franklin, Tennessee High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
NASHVILLE - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee today announced that Jonathan Eli Arnold of Page High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. of Tennessee. "He has been a wonderful asset, and we are confident he will bring to the community at large the enthusiasm for civil liberties that he has displayed here volunteering with us."

Louisville, Kentucky High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
LOUISVILLE, KY - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky today announced that Jamie Snow of Ballard High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. Kentucky. "As a young leader, Jamie is already shaping the future of Kentucky, and we are honored that we can play a part in helping her continue her education."

ACLU Announces 2001 Youth Activism College Scholarship Recipients (05/23/2001)
NEW YORK, NY--The American Civil Liberties Union today proudly announced the twelve high school seniors selected to receive a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of their outstanding contributions in defense of civil liberties. 

Holly, Michigan High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
DETROIT - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan today announced that Alec Gibbs of Fenton Senior High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. high school student working to ensure that we keep the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution."

Tecumseh, Oklahoma High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
OKLAHOMA CITY - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Oklahoma today announced that Lindsay Earls of Tecumseh High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. hallenge to Tecumseh's unconstitutional drug-testing policy, Ms. Earls withstood blatant hostility and humiliation in her small, highly conservative rural community simply for standing up for what she believed.

Miami High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
MIAMI - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida today announced that Daniel Palugyai of Palmetto High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. threat of disciplinary action, shows that he is truly a committed civil libertarian devoted to fighting for the rights of his peers," said Howard L. Simon, Executive Director of the ACLU of Florida. "We're extremely proud of him."

Durham, North Carolina High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
RALEIGH, NC - - The American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina today announced that Amiris Brown of Jordan High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. borah Ross, Executive Director of the ACLU of North Carolina. "She is an excellent example of non-traditional youth leadership."

Readfield, Maine High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
PORTLAND, ME - - The Maine Civil Liberties Union today announced that Eric Webster of Maranacook Community School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. ble place," said Sally Sutton, Executive Director of the Maine Civil Liberties Union. "We are very pleased that Eric's diversity work has been recognized by the ACLU."