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Dec 28, 2021

In Pictures: Civil Liberties in 2021

As we close out yet another unprecedented year, we look back at some defining moments that show how far we have come and what lies ahead.
As we close out yet another unprecedented year, we look back at some defining moments that show how far we have come and what lies ahead.
Beige and blue collage of images depicting Congress, the White House, protest moments throughout 2021.
Beige and blue collage of images depicting Congress, the White House, protest moments throughout 2021.
Dec 22, 2021

As Omicron Surges, People in Jail and Detention are More Vulnerable Than Ever

The situation is dire, but you can take action in your own community to help protect incarcerated people.
The situation is dire, but you can take action in your own community to help protect incarcerated people.
The view of a housing unit at a correctional institution in Pennsylvania.
The view of a housing unit at a correctional institution in Pennsylvania.
Dec 13, 2021

ACLU of Oregon Team Update

Jann Carson to retire in spring 2022, Yvonne Garcia to step into Deputy Director role.
Jann Carson to retire in spring 2022, Yvonne Garcia to step into Deputy Director role.
Image of Jann Carson and Yvonne Garcia
Image of Jann Carson and Yvonne Garcia
Dec 2, 2021

We Won't Surrender Our Beloved City to People for Portland's Bleak Vision

A couple weeks ago, a bold group of Black, Indigenous & women of color leaders crafted a powerful opinion piece in the Oregonian naming the harmful tactics of the People for Portland campaign. 
A couple weeks ago, a bold group of Black, Indigenous & women of color leaders crafted a powerful opinion piece in the Oregonian naming the harmful tactics of the People for Portland campaign. 
Thousands of protesters gather in downtown Portland in mid-July 2020. The authors write that People for Portland's call for additional police officers ignores the voices of thousands who marched for an end to systemic racism and police brutality.
Thousands of protesters gather in downtown Portland in mid-July 2020. The authors write that People for Portland's call for additional police officers ignores the voices of thousands who marched for an end to systemic racism and police brutality.
Nov 24, 2021

The True Measure of Justice for Ahmaud Arbery Goes Beyond the Courtroom

Measuring progress solely by the outcome of trials risks both ignoring the importance of greater systemic change and compromising fairness in the criminal legal system.
Measuring progress solely by the outcome of trials risks both ignoring the importance of greater systemic change and compromising fairness in the criminal legal system.
Painted mural of Ahmaud Arbery in Brunswick, Georgia after he was shot and killed in February 2020.
Painted mural of Ahmaud Arbery in Brunswick, Georgia after he was shot and killed in February 2020.
Nov 23, 2021

Your Mini Guide to Discussing Abortion Rights at the Dinner Table

Here’s a handy reference of facts when discussing abortion rights with friends and family at the dinner table.
Here’s a handy reference of facts when discussing abortion rights with friends and family at the dinner table.
Flat-lay of friends feasting at Thanksgiving Day table with turkey, pumpkin pie, roasted seasonal vegetables and fruit, top view
Flat-lay of friends feasting at Thanksgiving Day table with turkey, pumpkin pie, roasted seasonal vegetables and fruit, top view