A 2022 Legislative Review: The Good, the Bad, and What's Next

As we take stock of this year’s accomplishments, it’s also important to look at where the Legislature fell short, and to look forward to what we want for New Jersey in 2023.

By Sarah Fajardo

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The Federal Government Should Not Waste the Opportunity to Address Algorithmic Discrimination

The Federal Trade Commission should adopt binding rules to identify and prevent algorithmic discrimination.

The Federal Trade Commission building in Washington.

For Racial and Social Justice, New Jersey Must End Its Drug War

Evidence makes it clear that current drug policies fail to keep communities safe. New Jersey must take bold steps now to end drug criminalization once and for all.

An illustration of a woman who is sitting at a table with scattered papers in front of her. She is resting her head in her hands, in distress. Large text is overlaid on the left side reading "Did you know: drug decriminalization is a civil rights issue?"

A Conversation Guide to Abortion Rights in New Jersey

Here are some crucial facts about abortion rights to prepare you for conversations (say, at Thursday's dinner table.)

A family is gathered around a table for a holiday dinner.

Voting With a Disability: Breaking Down Barriers to the Ballot

With accessible voting under attack, we’re bringing people with disabilities the information they need to vote.

A polling station sign and disabled access sign.

Pursuing Justice: Our Strategic Framework

In the latest installment of Pursuing Justice, ACLU-NJ Executive Director Amol Sinha wrote about some of the most valuable lessons learned during his tenure, the evolution of the organization, and the strategic framework that will guide us in the years ahead.

By Amol Sinha

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An Update on Reproductive Rights in New Jersey

The ACLU of New Jersey remains committed to ensuring reproductive health care, including abortion, is accessible for all New Jerseyans regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, immigration status, income, or insurance.

ACLU-NJ Campaign Strategist Alejandra Sorto speaks to the crowd at a rally outside the statehouse in Trenton, NJ.

The Police Licensing Law is More Than a Milestone. It’s a Springboard for Action.

The police licensing law shows what we’re capable of when we unite to confront police power. It also reminds us how much further we need to go.

A masked woman holds a sign by Newark Communities for Accountable Policing that reads: Real Police Reform Now!

As the Legislature Returns, Our Urgent Priorities: Abortion, Policing, and Immigrants’ Rights

As the Legislature reconvenes, we as New Jerseyans must remind our lawmakers that every decision they make is urgent and impacts our lives, our families, and our futures.

By Sarah Fajardo

A group of people are standing with signs that read "abortion access for all" and "real police reform now"