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What "Let the Record Show" Teaches About How We Can Take Action to Protect Public School Students’ and Families’ Religious Freedom
In the ACLU's latest podcast, we learn about a 1962 Supreme Court decision recognizing that official, government-sponsored prayers in public schools are unconstitutional. As the fight for religious freedom continues, we've provided ideas for families who want to push back against laws that would impose religious doctrine and practices in public schools today.
By Hibah Ansari, Sahai John
What "Let the Record Show" Teaches About How We Can Take Action to Protect Public School Students’ and Families’ Religious FreedomPodcast
The Parents Who Defended Religious Liberty in Public Schools
In the 1950s, New York state officials introduced a prayer into public schools. It was optional, it was short, and it was, as the Supreme Court ruled in 1962, unconstitutional. This week, we’re...
Protecting Rights Up and Down The Ballot
We are spending the most we ever have to protect reproductive freedoms, voting rights, and democracy.
A Conversation with an Election Expert: Breaking Down This Year’s Election Process
Loyola Law School professor Justin Levitt has worked on elections for 25 years in the government, nonprofits, and academia. He addresses common voter questions and what to expect at the polls this Election Day.
By Arman Abrishamchian
A Conversation with an Election Expert: Breaking Down This Year’s Election Process
Healthcare Professionals, Advocates, and Impacted People Share Why They Support Reproductive Freedom on the Ballot in Virginia
Voters in Virginia have the chance to vote for a ballot amendment that would enshrine abortion rights in the state's constitution and further protect reproductive freedom in the South.
By Hibah Ansari
Healthcare Professionals, Advocates, and Impacted People Share Why They Support Reproductive Freedom on the Ballot in Virginia
Want to Lower the Cost of Living? Unrig our Democracy.
Going into the midterms, voters are feeling the squeeze in their wallets and need relief. The answer lies in holding accountable politicians who prioritize their wealthy benefactors over them.
By Deirdre Schifeling
Want to Lower the Cost of Living? Unrig our Democracy.Podcast
The Parents Who Defended Religious Liberty in Public Schools
In the 1950s, New York state officials introduced a prayer into public schools. It was optional, it was short, and it was, as the Supreme Court ruled in 1962, unconstitutional. This week, we’re...
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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How We Are Protecting the Right to Vote on the Anniversary of Shelby v. Holder
Join us in our work to protect voting rights and end racially discriminatory voting practices.
By Sophia Lin Lakin, Molly McGrath
Join us in our work to protect voting rights and end racially discriminatory voting practices.
By Sophia Lin Lakin, Molly McGrath
Mississippi Student Wins Fight to Wear Tribal Regalia at Graduation
With the help of the Native American Rights Fund, the ACLU of Mississippi, and the ACLU, Zuri Wilson was able to wear an eagle feather and receive...
By Heather L. Weaver, Morgan Saunders, Claudia Williams Hyman
With the help of the Native American Rights Fund, the ACLU of Mississippi, and the ACLU, Zuri Wilson was able to wear an eagle feather and receive...
By Heather L. Weaver, Morgan Saunders, Claudia Williams Hyman
A Year Without Roe
Hundreds of people shared their stories about living without a federally-protected right to abortion.
By ACLU
Hundreds of people shared their stories about living without a federally-protected right to abortion.
By ACLU
Pride Has Always Been About Ending Mass Incarceration
Bail reform and LGBTQ liberation go hand in hand.
By Qainat Khan
Bail reform and LGBTQ liberation go hand in hand.
By Qainat Khan
State and Local Governments Must Take Responsibility for Police Violence
It shouldn’t take a federal investigation to address violent and harmful practices.
By Jenn Rolnick Borchetta, Brandon Chapman
It shouldn’t take a federal investigation to address violent and harmful practices.
By Jenn Rolnick Borchetta, Brandon Chapman
Police Should Not Be Allowed to Compel Our Cell Phone Passwords
An Illinois Supreme Court decision illustrates the judicial divide over our Fifth Amendment rights in the digital age.
An Illinois Supreme Court decision illustrates the judicial divide over our Fifth Amendment rights in the digital age.
A Year Without Roe: Your Stories
Nearly one year ago, on June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court released its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, a case concerning...
Nearly one year ago, on June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court released its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, a case concerning...
Reparations, in Our Lifetime
The fight for reparations is gaining ground across the country, and can no longer be ignored.
By Nkechi Taifa
The fight for reparations is gaining ground across the country, and can no longer be ignored.
By Nkechi Taifa
Protecting the Indian Child Welfare Act at the State Level
The Supreme Court issued a landmark victory for tribal sovereignty in Brackeen v. Haaland.
By Anu Joshi
The Supreme Court issued a landmark victory for tribal sovereignty in Brackeen v. Haaland.
By Anu Joshi
These Queer Lawmakers Will Not Be Silenced
This year has brought a new level of anti-democratic behavior, particularly in state houses and legislatures. In March, Rep. Mauree Turner from...
This year has brought a new level of anti-democratic behavior, particularly in state houses and legislatures. In March, Rep. Mauree Turner from...
