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Defeat, Delay, Dilute: ACLU vs President Trump
Defeat, Delay, Dilute: ACLU vs President TrumpWe're telling the story of the first year of our fight against the second Trump administration, our lessons learned, and our path forward.
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More Than A Game
More Than A GameThe ACLU and women’s sports stars are teaming up in support of trans youth, their families, and their right to be themselves.
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Can Congress Stop President Trump's Illegal War?
Can Congress Stop President Trump's Illegal War?ACLU experts explain constitutional war powers and how Congress can rein in President Trump's illegal war with Iran.
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No Unconstitutional War with Iran
No Unconstitutional War with IranDemand that Congress take immediate action to end this unconstitutional use of force against Iran.
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Know Your Rights
Everyone has basic rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws. But we’re all too aware that there can be significant daylight between what the law requires and what happens in practice.
Knowing and exercising your rights is more important in times like these, when rights are under attack. When you know your rights, you can advocate for those rights — and help protect and defend the rights of those around you. If you find yourself in a situation where your constitutionally protected rights are being disregarded or violated, knowing your rights can help you understand what’s happening and take mental notes that you can use to help a lawyer challenge those violations later on. It’s important not only to know your rights but to also know your risks — and to prioritize your safety.
Learn more here about what your rights are, how to exercise them, and what to do when your rights are violated.
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Your Questions Answered: Can Congress Stop President Trump's Illegal War Against Iran?
Your Questions Answered: Can Congress Stop President Trump's Illegal War Against Iran?Amid President Donald Trump's unconstitutional war against Iran, ACLU experts break down who has the power to declare war — and how Congress can assert its war powers.
Pioneering Legal Advocate Pauli Murray Set the Blueprint for ACLU’s Racial Justice and Gender Equality Activism Today
Pioneering Legal Advocate Pauli Murray Set the Blueprint for ACLU’s Racial Justice and Gender Equality Activism TodayFrom dismantling ‘Jane Crow’ laws to advancing the rights of protesters, Pauli Murray’s legacy has paved the way for litigation, advocacy, and organizing.
Your Questions Answered: Filming ICE Interactions Safely
Your Questions Answered: Filming ICE Interactions SafelyDespite government attacks against protesters and the press, documenting interactions with law enforcement and federal agents is protected by the First Amendment. ACLU experts break down what you need to know.
