For nearly 40 years, the MacArthur Justice Center has sought to vindicate individual rights, hold people with power accountable, and demand real reform.
Organization News
Celebrating Amir Ali, Outgoing President & Executive Director of the MacArthur Justice Center
Amir Ali, the MacArthur Justice Center’s (MJC) President & Executive Director stepped down as the organization’s President and Executive director on August 5, 2024. Over his seven-year tenure at MJC, Amir led by example in and outside the organization, known for building coalitions and setting multiple landmark precedents that transcend ideology and cultivating a strong internal culture that will benefit MJC for years to come.
We are grateful to Amir for his dedication and leadership and look forward to his future service to the country.
Our Efforts
We won’t rest until our justice system is fair, accessible and accountable to all.
Latest News
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MacArthur Justice Center’s Alexa Van Brunt announced as 2025 Civil Leadership Academy Fellow
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MacArthur Justice Center’s Statement on President Biden’s Federal Death Penalty Commutations
Statement December 23, 2024