Issues

Learn about what's happening across the most pressing civil liberties issues of our time, and what you can do.

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Free Speech

The framers of the U.S. Constitution believed that the freedom of inquiry and liberty of expression were the hallmarks of a democratic society. The First Amendment of the Bill of Rights provides protections in a number of areas including free speech.

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Immigrant and Refugee Rights

The ACLU has been one of the nation’s leading advocates for the rights of immigrants, refugees and non-citizens, challenging unconstitutional laws and practices, countering the myths upon which these laws are based.

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LGBTQ+ Rights

A brief chronology of the struggles to secure civil rights for LGBT Oregonians in the Legislature

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Voting Rights

The ACLU has defended the voting rights of minorities for most of our history.

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Women's Rights and Gender Equity

Women and gender minorities have made great strides in the fight for equality, but gender bias continues to create huge barriers for many.

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Youth and Student Rights

Youth and students' fundamental freedoms and rights are protected by the constitution. The ACLU works with teachers, parents, students, community members, and legislators to ensure equality and dignity for all Oregon youth.

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Voting Rights

The ACLU has defended the voting rights of minorities for most of our history.

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Women's Rights and Gender Equity

Women and gender minorities have made great strides in the fight for equality, but gender bias continues to create huge barriers for many.

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Youth and Student Rights

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