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Montana Sets Gold Standard for Indigenous Education Nationwide
The ACLU, ACLU of Montana, and the Native American Rights Fund reached a landmark settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit over the state’s failure to implement its own Indigenous education law.
By Lisa Francois
Montana Sets Gold Standard for Indigenous Education NationwidePodcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties Threat
In response to Flock’s announcement of operational changes, the ACLU breaks down why many fall short.
By Chad Marlow for Tracking ALPR Cameras
Despite 'New' Updates, Flock's Creepy Cameras Remain Major Civil Liberties Threat
Veterans Share Why the Military Is Stronger When Women Can Serve in Ground Combat Roles
Veterans reflect on their military service, the requirements of ground combat occupations, and the decade-long integration of women into those roles.
By Ricardo Mimbela
Veterans Share Why the Military Is Stronger When Women Can Serve in Ground Combat Roles
States are Punishing Women Who Survive Violence with Incarceration. They Deserve Clemency.
One woman violently forced into assisting a murder seeks clemency in Michigan. Author and journalist Justine van der Leun calls for states to enact laws protecting criminalized survivors.
By Justine van der Leun
States are Punishing Women Who Survive Violence with Incarceration. They Deserve Clemency.Podcast
What’s On The Docket: A 2026 SCOTUS Briefing
‘Tis the season ... to stay ready. A busy Supreme Court term is already underway, with trans rights, redistricting, birthright citizenship, and more on the docket. And this week, Cecillia Wang is...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
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By Rebecca McCray
By Rebecca McCray
Court Finds South Dakota's Extreme Abortion Law Degrades and Humiliates Women
By Andrew Beck, Brigitte Amiri
By Andrew Beck, Brigitte Amiri
DOJ to Investigate Deaths of Two Detainees in CIA Custody
The Justice Department is launching a "full criminal investigation" into the deaths of two detainees in CIA custody during the Bush administration.
By Ateqah Khaki
The Justice Department is launching a "full criminal investigation" into the deaths of two detainees in CIA custody during the Bush administration.
By Ateqah Khaki
Just Say "No" to the War on Drugs
By Rachel Myers
By Rachel Myers
Sexual Assault in the Peace Corps
By Elayne Weiss
By Elayne Weiss
Groups Ask: "Please Protect Our Privacy from E-Verify"
A broad coalition of advocacy groups sent letters to both the House and Senate opposing a mandatory E-Verify system.
By Sandra Fulton
A broad coalition of advocacy groups sent letters to both the House and Senate opposing a mandatory E-Verify system.
By Sandra Fulton
Criminal Sentencing Reform Wins Bipartisan Support in Ohio
By Inimai Chettiar, Mike Brickner
By Inimai Chettiar, Mike Brickner
U.S. Senators to LGBT Youth: "It Gets Better"
On Wednesday morning, 13 members of the U.S. Senate delivered a video message of hope and encouragement as part of the It Gets Better Project.
By Ian S. Thompson
On Wednesday morning, 13 members of the U.S. Senate delivered a video message of hope and encouragement as part of the It Gets Better Project.
By Ian S. Thompson