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.

Nov 23, 2021

Glennon Doyle on Having Hard Holiday Conversations

Protestor holds sign that reads "Puerto Rico deserves better" in Spanish

Nov 9, 2021

Congress Can't Discriminate Against Puerto Rico Residents Just Because They Live There

A hand putting a ballot into a ballot box.

Oct 14, 2021

Justice is on the Ballot: Make an Informed Decision for New Orleans Sheriff

A sign at the entrance of the city hall in Anchorage, Alaska, that warns handgun owners that guns are prohibited in the building.

Oct 1, 2021

Conceal and Carry Restrictions Can Help Protect Freedom of Expression

A room full of inmates are seen in their bunk beds

Sep 29, 2021

Our Leaders Have the Power to Decarcerate and Save Lives, But Where is the Will?

Sep 20, 2021

Remembering Damon Thibodeaux, Who Survived Death Row

A statue of the goddess Justitia holds a pan of scales in front of the building of the district and regional court.

Sep 10, 2021

20 Years After 9/11, We Have a Roadmap Toward a More Just and Equitable Future

Sep 10, 2021

A Conversation with Survivors of the CIA’s Post-9/11 Torture Program

Mother and child sitting on a bed in a bedroom

Sep 3, 2021

Six Children, One Mom, No Broadband Internet Connection

A woman receives the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.

Sep 2, 2021

Civil Liberties and Vaccine Mandates: Here’s Our Take