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Jun 02, 2020
Jun 02, 2020
Federal judge refuses to dismiss ACLU lawsuit challenging wrongful Boston Police SWAT raid
A federal judge denied a motion to dismiss an ACLU of Massachusetts lawsuit challenging the Boston Police Department's decision to use a SWAT team to break into an innocent family's home. This case is another stark reminder of the need to reimagine the role for police and to reform police tactics.
Jun 01, 2020
Jun 01, 2020
Statement on Boston protests against police brutality
We need bold policy changes that address structural racism and systemic inequality at the root of our policing institutions.
May 29, 2020
May 29, 2020
ACLU of Massachusetts strongly supports resolution condemning police brutality
Congresswomen Ayanna Pressley and Ilhan Omar introduced a resolution condemning police brutality, racial profiling, and the excessive use of force. The ACLU of Massachusetts strongly supports the resolution.
Apr 07, 2020
Apr 07, 2020
ACLU of Massachusetts urges equitable response to COVID-19
The ACLU of Massachusetts has renewed calls for an equitable COVID-19 response, including collecting race and ethnicity data on testing and treatment.
Issue Areas:
Racial Justice
Nov 20, 2019
Nov 20, 2019
Compromise on distracted driving bill begins to address disparities, but has flaws
Without data on all stops, police departments cannot have a complete picture of their practices, and where reforms may be necessary.
Sep 12, 2019
Sep 12, 2019
Boston City Council candidates show views on civil rights, public safety
Where do Boston City Council candidates stand on critical issues impacting the daily lives of Boston residents?
Mar 19, 2019
Mar 19, 2019
Facts Over Fear: Benefits of declining to prosecute misdemeanor, low-level felonies
New analysis shows Suffolk County has history of dismissing over half of misdemeanors and low-level felonies
Feb 13, 2019
Feb 13, 2019
Court: Jurors don't need to check their life experiences at the courthouse doors
Life experiences and resulting beliefs do not disqualify prospective jurors.
Issue Areas:
Racial Justice
Jan 30, 2019
Jan 30, 2019
Smith College implements racial profiling reforms in response to ACLU client Oumou Kanoute’s advocacy
Kanoute was reported to police while eating lunch in July 2018
Issue Areas:
Racial Justice
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