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.

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ACLU of Massachusetts opposes Judge Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination

Opposing a Supreme Court nominee is a rare move for our organization, but we cannot to be silent at this moment in history.

People in prison are being denied adequate medical care for addiction

Denying medication-assisted treatment to incarcerated people with opioid use disorder is both unsafe and unlawful.

ACLU represents Black student profiled at Smith College

Schools must take action to prevent their police forces from being used to weaponize racial biases.

Primary voter turnout signals investment in criminal justice reform

When voters are given a real choice on the ballot, they get involved and show up at the polls.

Court: Case against ICE will move forward

Judge Wolf rejected the government's attempt to dismiss our lawsuit on behalf couples torn apart by ICE
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

New law moves to help—not punish—people suffering from addiction

Addiction is a public health concern, not a criminal justice issue.

Governor Baker signs automatic voter registration into law

This is a victory for voters, and for a healthy and vibrant democracy.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights

Boston Police Department commits to 400 body-worn cameras

We are cautiously optimistic to see that the City of Boston has officially committed to a body camera program.