News & Commentary
A Promising Appointment Brings Hope for Federal Clemency Applicants
The new pardon attorney’s background in public defense may bring a needed perspective to those seeking relief.
The Roe Draft Signals a Potential New Front in the Already-Raging War Against the LGBTQ Community
This isn’t a “they’re coming for us next” moment. They’ve already come for us, and the fight of our lives is here.
Haitian Heritage Month: An American Connection
This Haitian Heritage Month, we learn five facts on the shared early histories of the U.S. and Haiti, the first and second oldest republics in the Western Hemisphere.
By Joey Francilus
What to Know About the Leaked Supreme Court Abortion Draft Opinion, and What’s Next
Brigitte Amiri, deputy director of the ACLU’s Reproductive Freedom Project, breaks down what you should keep in mind in the wake of the leaked draft.
Climate Change Impacts in Miami on Black and Brown Communities
Climate change impacts in Miami will primarily affect middle and low income people in Hispanic and Black communities.
By Joey Francilus
ICE Program Foments Abuse, Hatred, and Fear — and Makes Us All Less Safe
A new ACLU report on the 287(g) program’s harmful partnerships with local sheriffs reveals racist abuses and no accountability.
Mississippi Voters Are Fighting for Fair Representation on the State’s Highest Court
Black lawyers and civic leaders in Mississippi are demanding full and fair representation on the Mississippi Supreme Court.
Stay Informed
Sign up to be the first to hear about how to take action.
By completing this form, I agree to receive occasional emails per the terms of the ACLU’s privacy statement.
By completing this form, I agree to receive occasional emails per the terms of the ACLU’s privacy statement.