WHAT:
In a major move to bolster voter education, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is launching its Know Your Rights Bus Tour, a series of stops across several states to create an energizing community experience that combines entertainment and fun surprises with critical information about our most fundamental rights.
The Know Your Rights Bus Tour will land in Detroit on September 19 to educate and empower Michigan voters, ensuring they are prepared for this year’s election.
In Detroit, legendary hometown rapper, singer, and songwriter Danny Brown, fresh off his Quaranta tour, is headlining a free GOTV concert to amp up the energy for our voting rights. Attendees will also be able to watch award-winning producer, director, and comedian W. Kamau Bell hosting a live taping of the ACLU’s podcast, At Liberty, before Brown takes the stage.
WHO:
The ACLU will be joined by Danny Brown and W. Kamau Bell among a variety of artists, influencers, advocates, community members, and ACLU experts, to make sure voters know their rights are on the ballot and pledge to vote.
WHEN & WHERE:
September 19
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.
Location: Garden Theater, 3929 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
The ACLU invites community members, partner organizations, and media to attend this effort to promote voter education. For more information about the Know Your Rights Bus Tour, including event details and how to register, please visit here.