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.

Dec 02, 2016

SJC stands by decision that Black men have cause to flee police

The state high court has denied a DA’s petition to reconsider its decision in Commonwealth v. Warren.
Issue Areas: Police Accountability, Racial Justice
Nov 29, 2016

No Tape, No Testimony: How Courts Can Ensure the Responsible Use of Body Cameras

Jurors should be told to devalue or disregard an officer’s testimony if police fail to turn on their body-worn cameras.
Issue Areas: Police Accountability
Nov 14, 2016

ACLU offers schools model privacy policies governing student phones and computer use

These model policies, if adopted, will go a long way towards striking the right balance between student privacy and safety.
Issue Areas: Privacy and Surveillance
Nov 09, 2016

ACLU Statement on Donald Trump's Election

‘We are ready to fight against any encroachment on our cherished freedoms and rights.’
Nov 09, 2016

Massachusetts voters legalize marijuana, and ACLU sets sights on successful implementation

We must implement the will of the voters and create safe, legal access to marijuana by adults.
Issue Areas: Criminal Law Reform
Nov 02, 2016

Disenfranchised voters and civic groups challenge Massachusetts' 20-day voter registration cutoff law

Arbitrary deadlines should not keep anyone from exercising their constitutional right to vote.
Issue Areas: Voting Rights