News & Commentary
For New Jersey to be Fair and Welcoming for All Who Call It Home, Lawmakers Must Pass the Values Act
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.
By Ami Kachalia
Pretextual Traffic Stops are Unconstitutional and Life-Threatening – Lawmakers Must Act
In New Jersey, pretextual stops continue at a staggering rate, putting officers and motorists at dangerous odds, despite the majority of traffic stops doing little to contribute to public safety.
By Karen Thompson
A Student Q&A on Creating Change and Giving Back
When Roe v. Wade was overturned in June of 2022, one student was inspired to fight back by selling tie dyed canvas bags and donating the proceeds to the ACLU of New Jersey.
Action Needed for Expansion of Reproductive Rights – Your Ballot is the Key to Accountability
Ensuring that New Jersey prioritizes funding for abortion facilities and clinics is more crucial than ever.
By Sarah Fajardo
Leveraging Categorical Clemency Makes Reviewing Prison Sentences an Expectation, Not an Exception
On National Voter Registration Day, Confirm You Can Cast Your Ballot to Vote Your Values
Casting your ballot is the prime defense against regressive action, and it is as important as ever that everyone who is eligible to vote makes their voice heard in every single election.
By Alejandra Sorto
How to Vote in New Jersey Elections as a College Student
Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and the fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest. For college students, it can be especially difficult to know if you’re eligible, how to register, and where to cast your ballot. To vote your values this fall, here’s what you need to know.
As Students, We Face Invasive AI-powered School Surveillance. Now We're Calling on Lawmakers to Regulate it.
Students care about their privacy but are facing invasive levels of AI-powered surveillance in schools, perpetuating existing discrimination. NJ students are calling on lawmakers to implement regulations on AI-powered surveillance and protect student’s right to privacy.
By Shreya Sampath, Marisa Syed
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