Press Releases

The ACLU of New Jersey has media staff to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil liberties and constitutional freedoms. To schedule an interview with one of our experts, members of the press can call 973-854-1707 or send an email to press@aclu-nj.org. Please include your name, your outlet, your contact information, details about your story, and deadline.

Mar 18, 2024

ACLU-NJ Statement on Senate Bills S1292 and S2937

ACLU-NJ condemns bias-based harassment or violence committed against all New Jerseyans, including Jewish, Muslim and Arab communities. However, as proponents of free speech, we should be concerned whenever the government forces people to accept its view of the world.
Issue Areas: Religious Freedom, Discrimination
Sep 06, 2023

New Jersey Appellate Court Rules in Favor of Woman Previously Ordered to Stop Communicating About Her Religious Divorce and Asking Her Community for Help

A New Jersey appellate court reversed an unconstitutional trial court decision that prohibited a woman from speaking on social media about her desire to obtain a religious divorce from her husband, whom she described as abusive.
Issue Areas: Free Speech & Expression, Religious Freedom
Dec 21, 2021

National Groups Call on NJ Leadership to Pass Reproductive Freedom Act

With legislative session coming to a close, 17 national organizations pressure Senate President Sweeney and Assembly Speaker Coughlin to pass the Reproductive Freedom Act in its entirety.
Issue Areas: Religious Freedom, Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Freedom, Abortion Access