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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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Making It Better in the NFL
The new NFL CBA that was finalized this summer includes non-discrimination language that protects on the basis of sexual orientation.
By Ian S. Thompson
The new NFL CBA that was finalized this summer includes non-discrimination language that protects on the basis of sexual orientation.
By Ian S. Thompson
Tear Down the “Maternal Wall!” FMLA Protects Women in the Workplace
By Ariela Migdal
By Ariela Migdal
ACLU Executive Director Featured in New HBO Documentary
By Robyn Shepherd
By Robyn Shepherd
ACLU Lens: Abuse in the Los Angeles County Jails
Perhaps even more shocking than the violence itself is the fact that it has been allowed to exist for years.
By Will Matthews
Perhaps even more shocking than the violence itself is the fact that it has been allowed to exist for years.
By Will Matthews
How Long Is Your Cell Phone Company Hanging On To Your Data?
By Allie Bohm
By Allie Bohm
ACLU Lens: Wall Street Protest Enters Second Week
By Jennifer Carnig
By Jennifer Carnig
It's Not Just Prosecutorial Leverage That's Eroding our Justice System
By Inimai Chettiar
By Inimai Chettiar
Grey's Anatomy: Breaking the Silence on Abortion
By Louise Melling
By Louise Melling
The Freedom to Surf: Protecting Internet Access in Public Schools
By Lindsay Kee
By Lindsay Kee
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By Caitlin O'Neill
By Caitlin O'Neill