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.
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May 07, 2024
May 07, 2024
ACLU-NJ Sends Letter to Camden County Commissioners Defending Students’ Right to Free Speech
The ACLU of New Jersey today sent a letter to the Camden County Board of Commissioners reminding them of their responsibility to uphold students’ rights to free speech and free expression.
Apr 25, 2024
Apr 25, 2024
ACLU-NJ Statement on Campus Free Speech and Protest
Free expression is central to productive dialogue and is a cornerstone of our democracy – colleges and universities must be committed to embracing and defending it.
Issue Areas:
Free Speech & Expression
Dec 19, 2023
Dec 19, 2023
Statement From ACLU-NJ Executive Director Amol Sinha on Protecting Free Speech in Turbulent Times
Antisemitism, Islamophobia, and anti-Palestinian and anti-Israeli hate must be denounced and combatted. We must also protect everyone’s right to free speech and the right to express unpopular political viewpoints.
Sep 06, 2023
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.
Aug 15, 2022
Aug 15, 2022
In Victory for Free Speech, NJ Superior Court Dismisses Defamation Lawsuit Against Adam Gordon, Represented by the ACLU-NJ
In a victory reaffirming freedom of speech and rights protected by the First Amendment, Fair Share Housing Center Executive Director Adam Gordon has won the dismissal of defamation and conspiracy claims that were brought by former Cape May City Manager Jerome Inderwies.
Issue Areas:
Free Speech & Expression
Jun 10, 2022
Jun 10, 2022
Activists, represented by the ACLU-NJ, Win Dismissal of Order Restraining Protests Outside County Executive’s House
Representing protesters in a lawsuit brought by the Hudson County Executive, the ACLU of New Jersey today won dismissal of an initial order imposing strict limitations on their right to protest.
Oct 04, 2021
Oct 04, 2021
ACLU-NJ Files Brief in Case Defending Protesters Subjected to Unconstitutional Restraining Order Outside County Executive’s House
Hudson County officials sought court order to suppress speech by peaceful demonstrators against the county’s immigration detention contract, and now seek permanent restrictions on protest.
Apr 27, 2021
Mar 11, 2020
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