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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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By Hannah Robbins
By Hannah Robbins
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By Inimai Chettiar, Rebecca McCray
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When Is Enough Enough? Government Surveillance Skyrockets in 2010.
A recently-released report disclosed a dramatic increase in surveillance of Americans between 2009 and 2010.
By Robyn Greene
A recently-released report disclosed a dramatic increase in surveillance of Americans between 2009 and 2010.
By Robyn Greene
Yes, You're Being Tracked. It's Time to Do Something About It
We need protections for how our digital information can be accessed.
By Chris Calabrese
We need protections for how our digital information can be accessed.
By Chris Calabrese
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By Galen Sherwin
By Galen Sherwin
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By Lenora M. Lapidus
By Lenora M. Lapidus
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By Aden Fine
By Aden Fine
Homeland Security Suspends Ineffective, Discriminatory Immigration Program
By Chris Rickerd
By Chris Rickerd
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By Daniel Bullard-Bates
By Daniel Bullard-Bates