News & Commentary about Civil Liberties

The ACLU works in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.

May 2, 2023

State Supreme Courts Offer the Best Chance to Advance Rights

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State Supreme Courts Offer the Best Chance to Advance Rights

Mar 21, 2023

An Idaho College Censored Their Reproductive Health Care Art, But These Artists Won’t be Silenced

Two pieces of art that were censored at the Lewis-Clark State College Center for Arts and History.
An Idaho College Censored Their Reproductive Health Care Art, But These Artists Won’t be Silenced

Feb 6, 2023

We’re Putting the Death Penalty on Trial in Kansas

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We’re Putting the Death Penalty on Trial in Kansas

Feb 3, 2023

The Death Penalty Doesn’t Reflect Our National Values. Why is the Biden Administration Still Pursuing It?

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The Death Penalty Doesn’t Reflect Our National Values. Why is the Biden Administration Still Pursuing It?

Dec 22, 2022

2022 in Review: How We Showed Up to Protect Abortion Access

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2022 in Review: How We Showed Up to Protect Abortion Access

Dec 15, 2022

End of Year Pop Quiz: How We Showed Up for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in 2022

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End of Year Pop Quiz: How We Showed Up for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in 2022

Dec 13, 2022

10 Ways the ACLU and Our Supporters Showed Up in 2022

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10 Ways the ACLU and Our Supporters Showed Up in 2022

Dec 8, 2022

The Child Welfare System Needs an Overhaul

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The Child Welfare System Needs an Overhaul

Dec 5, 2022

What the 2022 Midterms Taught Us About Immigration Reform

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What the 2022 Midterms Taught Us About Immigration Reform

Dec 2, 2022

I’m Proud of My Transgender Son. The Health Care He Needs Shouldn’t Be Up for Debate.

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I’m Proud of My Transgender Son. The Health Care He Needs Shouldn’t Be Up for Debate.