News & Commentary

Aug 05, 2022

Fifty-Seven Years After its Enactment, the Voting Rights Act is in Peril

On this anniversary of the VRA, the fight to secure the right to vote faces its greatest battles in over a generation.

An African-American woman dropping their ballot off during early voting in Athens, Ga.
Aug 03, 2022

In Missouri and Illinois, a Glimpse of Abortion Access in a Post-Roe World

These advocates are doing everything they can to make sure everyone can get the care they need.

A photo of Dr. Margaret Baum.
Aug 03, 2022

We Need the PUMP Act to Protect Nursing Workers Like Me

Nine million working moms like me have no protection for pumping on the job, but Congress can change that.

An individual breast pumping.
Jul 26, 2022

Police Are Using Newborn Genetic Screening to Search for Suspects, Threatening Privacy and Public Health

States must craft policies to rein in unbridled police access to newborn blood samples.

A newborn heel prick being performed.
Jul 21, 2022

Here’s What You Need to Know About the House Passage of the Respect for Marriage Act

While the bipartisan support for the bill is important, in practice, the bill is quite limited.

A rainbow flag with the U.S. capitol in the background.
Jul 20, 2022

Sharpen Your Skills as an Advocate Today

The ACLU’s Advocacy Academy is a virtual series for anyone looking to create change in their community.

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Jul 18, 2022

New Records Detail DHS Purchase and Use of Vast Quantities of Cell Phone Location Data

Thousands of previously unreleased records illustrate how government agencies sidestep our Fourth Amendment rights.

A photo of three cell phone towers in front of a sunset.
Jul 15, 2022

Six Questions to Ask Before Accepting a Surveillance Technology

Community members, policymakers, and political leaders can make better decisions about new technology by asking these questions.

A close-up of a video surveillance unit set up in front of the U.S. Capitol building.
Jul 14, 2022

Our Bodies, Our Futures: South Dakotans Continue the Fight for Abortion Rights

No matter how long it takes, we will win this fight and we will do it together.

By Jett Jonelis

A person at a rally holding a sign that says “Abortion is Healthcare.”