Press Releases

The American Civil Liberties Union has media staff available to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil liberties, including questions on legislative matters that touch on civil liberties and constitutional freedoms and inquiries related to ACLU lawsuits. Reporters with questions about ACLU work, please contact media@aclum.org.

Sep 12, 2024

ACLU publishes “Massachusetts 2024 Election Action Plan”

The ACLU of Massachusetts released the “Massachusetts 2024 Election Action Plan,” outlining the organization’s work to ensure a free and fair election this November.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights
Feb 23, 2023

ACLU of Massachusetts launches Advocates Academy

The program comes as state legislatures and local governments across the country have emerged as key battlegrounds for civil rights, including free speech, privacy, LGBTQ rights, and more. 
Issue Areas: Voting Rights, Government Transparency
Jan 05, 2023

ACLU of Massachusetts welcomes Healey-Driscoll administration

Massachusetts has been and can continue to be a leader in promoting civil rights and civil liberties for all.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights
Nov 09, 2022

ACLU of Massachusetts statement on election results

Massachusetts voters reaffirmed our Commonwealth as a welcoming place that defends dignity and equity for all by voting Yes on 4.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights
Nov 04, 2022

Voter hotline to answer Election Day questions

The Massachusetts Election Protection Coalition today announced its nonpartisan reporting program for voters who encounter any problems when they vote. On Election Day, voters can report voting issues or ask questions by calling the toll-free number, 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683).
Issue Areas: Voting Rights
Jan 27, 2022

Massachusetts House passes the VOTES Act

Passage of the VOTES Act in the Massachusetts House represents important progress, and we are grateful that state lawmakers adopted reforms—from widespread mail-in voting to improved access for eligible incarcerated voters—that will address barriers to the ballot and expand the hard-won right...
Issue Areas: Voting Rights
Jan 20, 2022

Following Defeat of Federal Voting Bill in U.S. Senate, Election Modernization Coalition urges Massachusetts Legislature to pass VOTES Act

The Massachusetts Election Modernization Coalition is deeply disappointed that the U.S. Senate cannot find a way to pass the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act to protect access to the ballot box across the country.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights
Aug 18, 2021

Statement of the ACLU of Massachusetts on Boston early voting proposal

Early voting is meant to expand access to the ballot. The ACLU of Massachusetts urges the City of Boston to ensure early voting in upcoming city elections is equitable, inclusive, and accessible for all.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights
Oct 22, 2020

ACLU of Massachusetts trains hundreds of poll monitors for general election

With hundreds of poll monitors at polling locations across Massachusetts, the ACLU is committed to ensuring that Bay Staters exercising their right to vote are fully supported on Election Day.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights