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The War on Marijuana in Black and White: Billions of Dollars Wasted on Racially Biased Arrests

NEW YORK – Black people are 3.7 times more likely to be arrested for marijuana possession than white people despite comparable usage rates, according to a report released today by the American Civil Liberties Union.

June 4, 2013

ACLU lawsuit challenges immigration enforcement agencies’ practices of tearing families apart

SAN DIEGO — Using misinformation, deception, and coercion, Border Patrol and ICE officers have pressured hundreds, if not thousands, of Mexican nationals with deep roots here in the United States into forfeiting their right to a fair hearing and a chance to live here lawfully, alleges the ACLU in a

June 4, 2013

Sandra Fluke and Others Honored at the ACLU/SC 19th Annual Law Luncheon

LOS ANGELES - The ACLU of Southern California hosted its 19th Annual Law Luncheon, today, where it honored individuals dedicated to civil liberties. Attorney and advocate Sandra Fluke received the Courageous Advocacy Award and delivered the keynote address to over 450 guests at The L.A.

May 31, 2013

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The War on Marijuana in Black and White: Billions of Dollars Wasted on Racially Biased Arrests

ACLU lawsuit challenges immigration enforcement agencies’ practices of tearing families apart

Sandra Fluke and Others Honored at the ACLU/SC 19th Annual Law Luncheon

CA Assembly Passes Bill to Expand Abortion Access

ACLU of California Challenges Dept of Corrections’ Plans to Restrict Access to Religious Items

EFF and ACLU sue Los Angeles law enforcement agencies over automatic license-plate reader records