News & Commentary

Since it was enacted in 1965, the federal Voting Rights Act (VRA) has been a transformative piece of civil rights law intended to protect voters of color from practices that make it harder for them to vote and those that unfairly diminish their voting power.  

The NJVEA would strengthen our democracy by protecting voters of color, reducing barriers to voting, increasing language access and assistance, and prohibiting deceptive practices at the polls.

This election, vote like your rights depend on it.

Habba's task force is premised on false, nativist, and thoroughly discredited narratives about fraudulent voting.

For our state to live up to its values, transformational change is needed to ensure that voting rights are protected and expanded for all New Jerseyans.

As the country faces a second Trump administration, the threats on rights and liberties grow by the day, but the ACLU is more prepared than ever to ensure Trump is held accountable for any policies that undermine individual freedoms.

New Jersey’s 2024 general election will be held on Tuesday, November 5. Early voting begins Saturday, October 26 and continues through Sunday, November 3. Make sure you’re eligible to cast your ballot.

On May 22, 2024, we hosted a virtual panel exploring the history of voting rights in the U.S., legal and legislative responses to their federal underenforcement, and opportunities and obstacles unique to New Jersey’s political landscape.

With the holiday season approaching, we know these topics might come up at the dinner table. Here’s a guide to help you talk about your rights in New Jersey, dispel misinformation, and organize your family and friends.