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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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SCOTUS to Wal-Mart Women: You're on Your Own
Today, the Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that a nationwide class action lawsuit challenging sex discrimination in pay and promotions at Wal-Mart cannot...
By Lenora M. Lapidus
Today, the Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that a nationwide class action lawsuit challenging sex discrimination in pay and promotions at Wal-Mart cannot...
By Lenora M. Lapidus
"Forgiveness Means Giving Up All Hope for a Better Past."
By David A. Moss
By David A. Moss
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By Elana Fogel, ACLU, Inimai Chettiar
By Elana Fogel, ACLU, Inimai Chettiar
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By Suzanne Ito
By Suzanne Ito
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By Nicole Kief, Rebecca Gasca
By Nicole Kief, Rebecca Gasca
The Perfect Gift for Father's Day: Support the Every Child Deserves a Family Act
Let’s give more children the chance to celebrate their first Father’s Day.
By Martin Gill
Let’s give more children the chance to celebrate their first Father’s Day.
By Martin Gill
Supreme Court Says Cops and Courts Must Consider Child’s Age in Miranda Warnings
By Aziz Ahmad, Julian Letton
By Aziz Ahmad, Julian Letton
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By Rebecca McCray
By Rebecca McCray
Government-Funded Hiring Discrimination Is a Big Step in the Wrong Direction
By Dena Sher
By Dena Sher
Immigration Dragnet Sweeps Up Domestic Violence Victims
By Kate Desormeau
By Kate Desormeau