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Access to Abortion Saved the Life of One Virginia Mother. Now She’s Fighting to Expand Reproductive Freedom
Heather St. Amand is a mother, an organizer with the ACLU of Virginia, and an advocate for reproductive freedom. Having access to abortion saved her life and put her on the path to fight for reproductive rights.
By Heather St. Amand
Access to Abortion Saved the Life of One Virginia Mother. Now She’s Fighting to Expand Reproductive FreedomPodcast
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...
Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.
We Documented 1,200+ Actions by ICE. Here's What We Found.
A new ACLU report reveals the scale of civil rights violations committed by ICE and the police forces it has deputized — from racial profiling to school lockdowns.
By Naureen Shah
We Documented 1,200+ Actions by ICE. Here's What We Found.
Your Questions Answered: What You Need to Know About the BPJ and Hecox Supreme Court Decision
The Supreme Court recently ruled to uphold laws in Idaho and West Virginia banning transgender women and girls from school sports. Learn how the decision impacts transgender people, families, and educators.
By Joshua Block
Your Questions Answered: What You Need to Know About the BPJ and Hecox Supreme Court Decision
ACLU Launches Largest Ever Midterm Electoral Program
We are spending millions across nine states to educate voters on critical races and ballot measures affecting abortion, LGBTQ rights, voting, fair courts, and democracy protections in the 2026 midterm elections.
By Deirdre Schifeling
ACLU Launches Largest Ever Midterm Electoral ProgramPodcast
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...
Defending Our Rights Under a Second Trump Administration
From blocking unconstitutional orders to mobilizing millions, here’s how we're fighting back and what comes next.
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The Short Life and Curious Death of Free Speech in America
Ellis Cose's latest book examines the evolution of free speech throughout our country's history — including the ACLU's often controversial role...
By Ellis Cose
Ellis Cose's latest book examines the evolution of free speech throughout our country's history — including the ACLU's often controversial role...
By Ellis Cose
In Memory of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (1933-2020)
Few individuals have had such a dramatic and lasting effect on a particular area of law as Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
By Anthony D. Romero
Few individuals have had such a dramatic and lasting effect on a particular area of law as Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
By Anthony D. Romero
The Psychology of Social Isolation
As many Americans stare down the end of their sixth month of social distancing, we are re-running a conversation we recorded back in April, that still has relevance to our lives today.
As many Americans stare down the end of their sixth month of social distancing, we are re-running a conversation we recorded back in April, that still has relevance to our lives today.
Why We Want to Vote By Mail
Six voters share why they want to vote by mail, and why it should be an option for all voters.
By ACLU
Six voters share why they want to vote by mail, and why it should be an option for all voters.
By ACLU
Federal Judges are Failing Incarcerated People During the Pandemic
As a deadly pandemic rages on, the stakes could not be higher. We need judges who understand how lopsided and cruel our system of mass...
By Andrea Woods
As a deadly pandemic rages on, the stakes could not be higher. We need judges who understand how lopsided and cruel our system of mass...
By Andrea Woods
No More Forced Prayers in School
In a victory for the separation of church and state, a Tennessee school district must stop sponsoring official prayers and imposing religion on...
By Heather L. Weaver
In a victory for the separation of church and state, a Tennessee school district must stop sponsoring official prayers and imposing religion on...
By Heather L. Weaver
At the Polls, Episode 1: What to Expect on Election Day 2020
We don’t yet know how long it will take, but what’s certain already is that Election 2020 will be one for the history books.
By ACLU
We don’t yet know how long it will take, but what’s certain already is that Election 2020 will be one for the history books.
By ACLU
At the Polls: What Will Election Night Look Like in a Global Pandemic?
For the launch of our podcast series, At the Polls, we are answering your questions about voting in the lead up to the election. Our first question is: What will election night look like in a global pandemic?
For the launch of our podcast series, At the Polls, we are answering your questions about voting in the lead up to the election. Our first question is: What will election night look like in a global pandemic?
Election Season is Here. Are You Ready to Vote?
Make your plan to vote, starting with your state’s vote by mail options: aclu.org/voter.
By Molly McGrath
Make your plan to vote, starting with your state’s vote by mail options: aclu.org/voter.
By Molly McGrath
The Myth of the "Bad" Immigrant
Too often, our immigration system is used as a tool of discrimination and oppression, rather than as a tool of justice, and the consequences are dire.
By ACLU
Too often, our immigration system is used as a tool of discrimination and oppression, rather than as a tool of justice, and the consequences are dire.
By ACLU
