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Bans on Lifesaving Program for People Who Use Illegal Drugs Violate the Americans with Disabilities Act
Syringe Service Programs provide access to crucial health services to people with substance use disorders. The ACLU is fighting against bans that limit these lifesaving programs.
By Joseph Longley, Malhar Shah
Bans on Lifesaving Program for People Who Use Illegal Drugs Violate the Americans with Disabilities ActPodcast
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.
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 Freedom
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 DecisionPodcast
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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Friends Ask Friends to Vote
You can multiply your impact this election season by engaging your friends and family in a simple conversation about voting.
By Toni Webb
You can multiply your impact this election season by engaging your friends and family in a simple conversation about voting.
By Toni Webb
50 Years of Fighting for the Rights of Incarcerated People
The ACLU’s National Prison Project continues to ensure the Constitution’s protections reach every incarcerated person.
By David Fathi
The ACLU’s National Prison Project continues to ensure the Constitution’s protections reach every incarcerated person.
By David Fathi
Learn About Where Secretary of State Candidates Land on Voting Issues
See where local candidates land on civil liberties and civil rights.
By ACLU
See where local candidates land on civil liberties and civil rights.
By ACLU
A Tale of Two Victories: Abortion in Kansas and Michigan
On August 2nd, voters in Kansas came out in droves to protect abortion access in the state through a ballot measure. It was the first opportunity...
On August 2nd, voters in Kansas came out in droves to protect abortion access in the state through a ballot measure. It was the first opportunity...
4 Things Public Schools Can and Can’t Do When It Comes to Dress Codes
As back to school season arrives, here's what to know about how far schools can and can't go when enforcing dress codes on students
By Galen Sherwin, Linda Morris, Eleanor Wachtel
As back to school season arrives, here's what to know about how far schools can and can't go when enforcing dress codes on students
By Galen Sherwin, Linda Morris, Eleanor Wachtel
National Voter Registration Day is Today: Here’s What You Need to Know
When every eligible person can register and vote, the promise of democracy becomes more real for all of us.
By Sarah Brannon
When every eligible person can register and vote, the promise of democracy becomes more real for all of us.
By Sarah Brannon
How to Start a Banned Book Club
Ella Scott, student and co-founder of her high school’s Banned Book Club, tells us what inspired her to take action and shares advice on how to...
By Eva Lopez
Ella Scott, student and co-founder of her high school’s Banned Book Club, tells us what inspired her to take action and shares advice on how to...
By Eva Lopez
The Civil Rights Movement’s ‘Smallest Freedom Fighter’ on the Power of Your Vote
Sheyann Webb-Christburg shares her story of marching to Selma against the odds, and the responsibility that comes with the right to vote.
By Rebecca McCray
Sheyann Webb-Christburg shares her story of marching to Selma against the odds, and the responsibility that comes with the right to vote.
By Rebecca McCray
A Look at History: Civil Liberties Are on the Ballot
Elections in 1968, 2000, and 2016 prompted significant rollbacks of civil liberties. We can’t repeat history in 2022.
By Rotimi Adeoye
Elections in 1968, 2000, and 2016 prompted significant rollbacks of civil liberties. We can’t repeat history in 2022.
By Rotimi Adeoye
How to Fight Your School's Sexist Dress Code
It’s back to school season! And, this week we are digging into the wild world of dress codes. ...
It’s back to school season! And, this week we are digging into the wild world of dress codes. ...
