News & Commentary

In preparing to cast a ballot this fall, it’s imperative to know how Legislative leaders have taken action, where they’ve fallen short, and what can still be done before the polls open.

For New Jersey to achieve wholesale change in law enforcement – and address the stark racial disparities that continue to perpetuate violence against Black and brown communities – lawmakers must come to the table with the intention to represent the needs of their constituents.

A conversation with CJ Griffin on government transparency and how it affects us all.

The ACLU-NJ has called for federal intervention, police discipline transparency, and legislative action.

Lawmakers’ push to get ‘tough on crime’ is misguided.

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.

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.

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.

As students return to school, security is on our minds — but safe schools depend on counselors, not cops. We need supportive environments, not police intimidation.