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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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Live from SXSW! Feat. Tom Morello
This week, At Liberty comes to you from Austin, TX, where we recorded in front of a live audience with Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine, Audioslave, and The Nightwatchman. We sat down to discuss “Atlas Underground,” Morello’s new album of “social justice ghost stories,” as well...
This week, At Liberty comes to you from Austin, TX, where we recorded in front of a live audience with Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine, Audioslave, and The Nightwatchman. We sat down to discuss “Atlas Underground,” Morello’s new album of “social justice ghost stories,” as well...
Press Freedom Groups Urge Court to Uphold Core First Amendment Protection in DNC-Russia Lawsuit
By Brett Max Kaufman, Carrie Decell, Gabe Rottman
By Brett Max Kaufman, Carrie Decell, Gabe Rottman
It’s High Time Congress Passed the Equality Act
California Halts the Use of the Death Penalty
By Cassandra Stubbs
By Cassandra Stubbs
Documents Reveal ICE Using Driver Location Data From Local Police for Deportations
By Vasudha Talla
By Vasudha Talla
Banning Trans Girls From School Sports Is Neither Feminist Nor Legal
By Shayna Medley, Galen Sherwin
By Shayna Medley, Galen Sherwin
Florida Is Using Facial Recognition to Convict People Without Giving Them a Chance to Challenge the Tech
By Somil Trivedi, Nathan Freed Wessler
By Somil Trivedi, Nathan Freed Wessler
Members of Congress Take Bold Step Towards Ending Discriminatory Bans on Abortion Coverage
By Georgeanne M. Usova
By Georgeanne M. Usova
The Leniency Shown to Paul Manafort Should Be the Norm for Everyone — Not Just Rich White Men
By Udi Ofer
By Udi Ofer
Court Blocks Unconstitutional Government Seizure of Mongols Motorcycle Club Trademark
By David Loy
By David Loy
