ACLU: TUesday Olson

Tuesday Olson, a Durango, Colorado resident, was arrested for a traffic violation while pregnant. Her story is not uncommon and serves as a harrowing reminder of the systemic issues prevalent in correctional facilities across the United States. In collaboration with the ACLU, this piece delves into the human rights abuses that incarcerated pregnant women, like Tuesday, have endured in Colorado's jails.

The ACLU, along with other advocacy organizations, has been fighting for reforms in the Colorado jail system to ensure the protection of vulnerable individuals. Efforts include pushing for legislation that mandates adequate prenatal care, prohibits the use of restraints on pregnant women, and guarantees proper nutrition during pregnancy.

Through public awareness campaigns and legal advocacy, the ACLU continues to work towards a future where the rights and dignity of all incarcerated individuals, including pregnant women, are respected and upheld. Tuesday Olson's case is a sobering reminder of the need for immediate and sweeping changes in the treatment of incarcerated pregnant women across the United States.

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Partner Organizations: Progress Now Colorado, ACLU