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Minnesota Caucuses February 7 - Sample Resolution

The Minnesota Precinct Caucuses will be held Tuesday, February 7 at 7:00 p.m. Get involved and ensure your party supports efforts for accountability for the use of torture and cruel treatment. Use CVT's Sample Resolution for Accountability for the Policy of Torture and Cruel Treatment of Counterterrorism Detainees. Resolutions adopted at the precinct level can advance to become party positions at the state and national level.

The Minnesota Secretary of State has an easy-to-use caucus finder to help you find locations for the Republican Party, Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, Independent Party and Green Party caucuses. Additional information about Minnesota caucuses can be found on the Secretary of State’s site here.

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Accountability for U.S. Torture

CVT supports the creation of an independent, nonpartisan commission to investigate all aspects of U.S. policy relating to detainee treatment. Sign our petition supporting a commission.

Urge Your Representative to Cosponsor the Torture Victims Relief Act (TVRA)

TVRA provides vital funds for torture rehabilitation programs in the United States and abroad to help survivors heal from their trauma and rebuild productive lives of dignity. Take action in support of TVRA.

Ending Indefinite Detention

CVT Executive Director Douglas A. Johnson wrote a letter to U.S. Senators raising serious concerns about legislation that would authorize by statute the indefinite detention of terrorism suspects.

Health Professionals and Torture

CVT is appalled at the involvement of health professionals (psychologists, psychiatrists, doctors, nurses and others) in abusive interrogations. Learn what allies are doing to address this issue.

Speaking out Against Torture

CVT is a leader in speaking out against those who advocate the use of torture. Read CVT's statements on our Press Releases page.

Honoring Those Who Said No to Torture

 CVT was pleased to join other human rights organizations to urge President Obama to formally honor those brave soliders and public servants who rejected torture.

Books and Films on Human Rights

CVT has compiled a list of books and films that tell stories of human rights triumphs and tragedy, including in areas where CVT has worked. 

What You Can Do

Contacting Your Members of Congress

To find out who represents you in Congress and to connect with their offices, go to www.senate.gov and www.house.gov or call the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121.

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