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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News & Commentary
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As the General Election Approaches, Make Sure You’re Registered to Vote

We hope that when you vote, you cast your ballot like your rights depend on it.
Press Release
Press Release ACLU of New Jersey

ACLU-NJ and Harvard Election Law Clinic File Suit on Behalf of Voters Unlawfully Targeted by the Ocean County Board of Elections

The lawsuit is the first to be brought under the recently enacted John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey.
Press Release
Press Release ACLU of New Jersey

ACLU-NJ Sends Letter to Ocean County Board of Elections Demanding it Cease Unlawful Mass Voter Challenge

The Board’s actions reflect a stark misunderstanding of the rules governing voter eligibility and offend the integrity of the democratic process.
Know Your Rights
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Unhoused, Not Unheard: Know Your Rights When Voting While Unhoused in New Jersey

Cases, Campaigns & Legislation


Campaign
Oct 2026

Your New Jersey Election Guide

Questions about the 2026 General Election? We've got answers.
Campaign
Sep 2026

Su guía electoral de Nueva Jersey

¿Tiene preguntas sobre las elecciones generales de 2026? Tenemos las respuestas.
Campaign
Aug 2025

Expanding Voting Rights for All

The ACLU-NJ is fighting for expanded and equal access to the ballot.
Campaign
Aug 2025

COVID-19: What It Means For Your Rights

We at the ACLU of New Jersey are monitoring to make sure that government actions reflect public health and scientific evidence – not fear. And we’re monitoring to make sure that our rights – and in particular, the rights of the most vulnerable – remain intact.