News & Commentary
Jan 10, 2025
We're Fighting Back Against Efforts to Intimidate Professors into Silence
A SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) suit brought against Columbia professors who criticized the school’s response to student protests is a classic and unlawful way to weaponize our legal system to punish and silence protected speech. The ACLU is in court to protect our right.
Jan 08, 2025
"I Thought That Death Was Imminent"
Jean Paul* fled civil war in Cameroon, risking his life on an arduous journey that included four days spent walking in the Darién Gap, to seek asylum in the U.S. Today, he’s ready to tell his story.
Dec 26, 2024
Who is Pete Hegseth?
What to know about Trump’s secretary of defense nominee and his stance on civil liberties.
Dec 24, 2024
Attempts at a Technological Solution to Disinformation Will Do More Harm Than Good
Futile “content authentication technologies” are being pushed by companies and others.
Dec 17, 2024
Face Recognition Threatens to Replace Tickets, ID at Sports Events – and Beyond
You shouldn't participate in face recognition ticketing schemes.
Dec 16, 2024
Failed War on Drugs Policies Won't Stop the Overdose Crisis, But Harm Reduction Can Save Lives
Research shows extensive benefits from syringe exchange and other harm reduction programs. But misguided efforts to ban common sense care continue.
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