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May 09, 2017
May 09, 2017
Incoming Exam School Classes Fail to Reflect Boston’s Diversity, Especially at Boston Latin School
Incoming Exam School Classes Fail to Reflect Boston’s Diversity, Especially at Boston Latin School
Apr 20, 2017
Apr 20, 2017
Massachusetts high court order confirms the dismissal of over 21K wrongful convictions
Today marks a victory for tens of thousands of people who were wrongfully convicted based on fabricated evidence.
Apr 18, 2017
Apr 18, 2017
ACLU of Massachusetts victory sets up single largest dismissal of wrongful convictions in nation's history
An estimated 20,000 drug cases tainted by former state chemist Annie Dookhan are being set for dismissal today.
Apr 12, 2017
Apr 12, 2017
ACLU of Massachusetts joins lawsuit demanding documents on implementation of Trump Muslim ban
Lawsuit seeks records from the Boston field office of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) about CBP’s implementation of the Muslim ban.
Mar 23, 2017
Mar 23, 2017
Debunking common misperceptions about mandatory minimum drug sentences
Many proponents of mandatory minimum drug sentences rely on common misconceptions about who is sentenced and why.
Feb 01, 2017
Feb 01, 2017
ACLU files expanded lawsuit seeking full repeal of President Trump's Muslim ban
“We welcome all freedom-loving people to join efforts to defend our democracy, and to ensure liberty and justice for all.”
Jan 29, 2017
Jan 29, 2017
Federal Court in Boston issues temporary restraining order against President Trump's Muslim ban
“This is a huge victory for justice,” said Matthew Segal, legal director of the ACLU of Massachusetts.
Jan 28, 2017
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