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May 22, 2018
May 22, 2018
Judge confirms: Government violates ACLU client's due process rights
Samuel Pensamiento was held for three months without the government ever proving that his detention was necessary.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
May 16, 2018
May 16, 2018
How is the Trump administration using facial recognition technology?
The powerful surveillance technology has serious implications for civil liberties.
May 02, 2018
May 02, 2018
Where do candidates for district attorney stand on the issues?
Candidate questionnaire seeks answers on a wide range of criminal justice issues.
Apr 13, 2018
Apr 13, 2018
Gov. Baker signs criminal justice reform bill
Governor Baker signed landmark criminal justice reform, making Massachusetts a national example.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Apr 11, 2018
Apr 11, 2018
ACLU to the Trump administration: Stop attacking immigrant families
Challenging the Trump administration’s pattern of separating families pursuing lawful immigration status.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Apr 05, 2018
Apr 05, 2018
After years of misconduct, thousands of wrongful convictions are dismissed
Thousands of people who were unjustly convicted now have a chance to clear their records
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Apr 05, 2018
Apr 05, 2018
Lexington passes “Welcoming, Inclusive, Safe Community” resolution
The resolution will protect the civil rights of people who live, work and visit Lexington.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Apr 04, 2018
Apr 04, 2018
Criminal justice bill represents important progress for Massachusetts
Governor Baker now has the opportunity to sign the bill into law and be a force for change.
Mar 28, 2018
Mar 28, 2018
Massachusetts has an opportunity to support net neutrality and advance internet privacy
Massachusetts is a leader in digital technology, and our consumer protection laws must reflect that.
Issue Areas:
Privacy and Surveillance
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