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ACLU of Oregon's work at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important — but there is no better defender of civil liberties and civil rights than an informed and engaged public. We see it as our duty to keep the public informed about the state of their civil liberties.

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Sep 16, 2022

The Civil Rights Movement’s ‘Smallest Freedom Fighter’ on the Power of Your Vote

Sheyann Webb-Christburg shares her story of marching to Selma against the odds, and the responsibility that comes with the right to vote.
Sheyann Webb-Christburg shares her story of marching to Selma against the odds, and the responsibility that comes with the right to vote.
A photo of Sheyann Webb with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
A photo of Sheyann Webb with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Sep 16, 2022

A Look at History: Civil Liberties Are on the Ballot

Elections in 1968, 2000, and 2016 prompted significant rollbacks of civil liberties. We can’t repeat history in 2022.
Elections in 1968, 2000, and 2016 prompted significant rollbacks of civil liberties. We can’t repeat history in 2022.
Voting booths lined up at polling station during in a public school in Brooklyn, New York.
Voting booths lined up at polling station during in a public school in Brooklyn, New York.
Sep 12, 2022

Despite Backlash, Voters and Lawmakers Continue to Choose Criminal Justice Reform

National headlines don’t tell the full story; reform continues to win across the country.
National headlines don’t tell the full story; reform continues to win across the country.
Shelby County Court
Shelby County Court
Sep 12, 2022

Gendered Dress Codes Hurt Everyone — Especially Non-Binary People Like Me

The Washington State Human Rights Commission’s found Alaska Airlines’ gendered dress code policy discriminatory. It’s time for the airline to do the right thing.
The Washington State Human Rights Commission’s found Alaska Airlines’ gendered dress code policy discriminatory. It’s time for the airline to do the right thing.
A flight attendant wearing a suit walking through the aisle of a plane.
A flight attendant wearing a suit walking through the aisle of a plane.
Sep 9, 2022

Ask the Experts: How to Start Small and Make a Big Impact During This Election

ACLU volunteer Marci Iacobucci tells us what inspires her to speak up and engage with prospective voters.
ACLU volunteer Marci Iacobucci tells us what inspires her to speak up and engage with prospective voters.
A volunteer prepares "I Voted" stickers at a polling station.
A volunteer prepares "I Voted" stickers at a polling station.
Aug 31, 2022

From High School Activist to Full-Time Advocate

Henry Seaton is empowering trans people across Tennessee.
Henry Seaton is empowering trans people across Tennessee.
A portrait of Henry Seaton.
A portrait of Henry Seaton.