Voting Rights

The ACLU-NJ has been a leader in the fight to ensure that everyone who is eligible to vote is able to easily vote.

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The right to vote is one of the most fundamental pillars of American society. The ACLU-NJ has been a leader in the fight to ensure that everyone who is eligible to vote is able to easily vote. With voting rights under assault nationally, including in New Jersey, the ACLU-NJ stands up to defend and expand this essential right for everyone.

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Trenton Rally

The People’s Agenda is New Jersey’s Agenda

New Jersey communities are willing – and ready – to keep fighting for their rights.
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Trenton Rally

By the People, For the People

Legislators must pass the People’s Agenda during lame duck to expand and protect the rights of all New Jerseyans.
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People's Agenda

Lawmakers Can Ensure a Fairer New Jersey During Lame Duck

Lame duck is an opportunity for lawmakers to build a fairer, more equitable future for all New Jerseyans. The ACLU-NJ calls on the Legislature to prioritize these key issues and bills ahead of the Sherrill administration.
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woman voting

Early Voting Is Here, Cast Your Ballot in New Jersey’s 2025 General Election

Voters have the opportunity this November to shape the future of our state for years to come – New Jersey will be electing a new governor and casting ballots for every seat in the General Assembly. 
Court Case
Jul 10, 2023

In re Tom Malinowski, Petition for Nomination for General Election

Amicus brief challenging New Jersey's anti-fusion voting laws.
Court Case
Mar 11, 2024

Kim v. Hanlon

Amicus briefs arguing that New Jersey’s system for designing primary ballots violates voters’ constitutional rights.
Court Case
Jun 13, 2011

NAACP v. Harvey

Court Case
Mar 20, 2019

Correa v. Grossi

Can a voter receive a bilingual sample ballot and then a single language official ballot?