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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, Phuong Tran
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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