News & Commentary

All New Jersey residents, no matter their immigration status or that of their loved ones, deserve to feel safe and secure in the place they call home.

Research shows that to resonate with voters, candidates across the ideological spectrum should adopt a more balanced approach when speaking about immigration reform.

ACLU-NJ Staff Attorney Molly Linhorst sat down with Edgar Aquino-Huerta, Farmworker Organizer at CATA, to talk more about his work as a farmworker, a filmmaker, a storyteller, and an advocate.

Ahead of the 2024 elections, voters are disillusioned with fear-based rhetoric from both candidates. The ACLU breaks down what solutions have the most public support.

A state’s budget is a list of its most pressing priorities – here’s what the ACLU of New Jersey is urging government leaders to include for FY25.

As we aim for greater progress in the new year, it’s important to take stock of this year’s accomplishments. Here’s our snapshot of the legislative wins, stalemates, and hopes for civil rights in New Jersey.

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.

With Election Day over, lawmakers must turn back to unfinished business in Lame Duck and advance racial and social justice before the conclusion of the current legislative session.

New Jersey has a rich immigrant heritage that we must protect to ensure that we are truly a fair and welcoming place for everyone who calls this state home.