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Pass the People's Agenda
As the Trump administration continues its attack on the foundations of our democracy, strong state leadership has never been more important. New Jerseyans are clear: they will fight back against authoritarianism and want elected officials who will do the same. Now is a critical moment for New Jersey to pass legislation that will expand and protect the rights of everyone in the state, as well as close corporate loopholes and tax super millionaires to fund essential programs and services that communities need. That’s why we’re urging lawmakers to pass the People’s Agenda and commit to prioritizing social justice during this year’s lame duck session.
For Myrna, Rashon, and So Many Others, Clemency Changed Their Lives
For nearly two years, The Clemency Project has dedicated itself to reducing incarceration in New Jersey while centering racial and social justice. We have witnessed numerous successful re-entry stories following our clients’ releases, demonstrating their transformation and work toward rehabilitation.
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Dec 17, 2025
ACLU-NJ Celebrates Fifth Round of Releases Under The Clemency Project
The ACLU of New Jersey celebrates Governor Murphy’s announcement today of nine commutations and fifteen pardons, including two of the ACLU-NJ's Clemency Project clients whose sentences will be commuted: David Page and James Scott.
Dec 15, 2025
ACLU-NJ Statement on the Nomination of Jennifer Davenport as New Jersey’s Next Attorney General
The ACLU of New Jersey looks forward to working with Jennifer Davenport as the next attorney general, and to collaborating on policies that further the civil rights, liberties, safety, and freedom of all New Jerseyans.
Dec 02, 2025
SCOTUS Should Protect Organizations from State Subpoenas That Chill 1A Freedoms, ACLU Argues
In First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, Inc. v. Platkin, the Supreme Court will consider when federal courts can review claims that state subpoenas unconstitutionally chill First Amendment rights
In Pursuit of Justice: 65 Years of the ACLU of New Jersey
Beginning in 2025, we’re celebrating 65 years of defending liberty and pursuing justice for all – and we believe that continuing our mission is as important now as it was then.
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