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Raising the Bar: The Future of Voting Rights in New Jersey and Beyond
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.
By Liza Weisberg
How Face Recognition Technology Landed One Innocent Man in New Jersey Jail for Ten Days
We're calling for a total ban on law enforcement use of face recognition technology.
By Dillon Reisman
We Have a Responsibility to Protect Student Protesters
Arresting demonstrators only serves to escalate an already emotionally charged environment, not defuse it.
By Amol Sinha
Open Letter to College and University Presidents on Student Protests
Academic freedom and free speech are essential. Universities must protect them.
The Choice Facing NJ Lawmakers: Uphold Democracy, or Dismantle It
In the past month, New Jersey elected officials have made it a top priority to roll back OPRA by fast-tracking a bill that would severely limit the public’s ability to access information.
By Sarah Fajardo, Joe Johnson
Building a Budget that Prioritizes Racial and Social Justice for FY25
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.
New Jersey Enacted Legislation to Restrict Solitary Confinement – the DOC Must Ensure the Law Lives Up to Its Promise
The Legislature and Governor Murphy did their part by passing the Isolated Confinement Restriction Act four years ago. Now the DOC and county jails must ensure that the law lives up to its promise.
By Alexander Shalom
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