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Lia Ernst

Lia Ernst

Lia Ernst is the legal director of the ACLU of Vermont.

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The Vermont Constitution: Early Grievances, Notable Early Protections, Still Evolving

The state’s constitution has lasted since 1793, but recent changes rid it of the vestiges of slavery and protect reproductive rights.

By Lia Ernst

Vermont

September 24, 2025

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