Failed War on Drugs Policies Won't Stop the Overdose Crisis, But Harm Reduction Can Save Lives
Research shows extensive benefits from syringe exchange and other harm reduction programs. But misguided efforts to ban common sense care continue.
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Trump’s Remarks on Birthright Citizenship, Explained
The president-elect has said he intends to end birthright citizenship. We break down why that’s clearly unconstitutional.
Turning to the Forest in Times of Upheaval
An artist’s interpretation on sustaining Oregon’s justice movement
Press Releases
ACLU of Oregon Sues Medford Police Department for Illegally Spying on People
Public records show that for years, Medford Police violated Oregon law by collecting and storing information on people and groups with no suspicion of criminal activity.
ACLU of Oregon Sues Grifols for Discriminating Against a Gay Man, Banning Him From Donating Plasma
Plasma donation company forever bans gay man from donating plasma without conducting an individual assessment, contrary to guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The Court rejects Portland police union’s arguments and helps make clear that the police union’s petition would repeal the independence of the Community Board for Police Accountability
The Court rejects Portland police union’s arguments; changes petition title to make clear that police union’s petition would repeal the independence of the Community Board for Police Accountability and...
Protecting Your Rights Against Unlawful Police Surveillance
Oregon law (ORS 181A.250) prohibits law enforcement agencies from collecting or maintaining information on an individual’s political, religious, or social activities unless directly related to criminal investigations. Here is how you can request access to your public records from local police.
In the legislature — 2024 session
Our state's path towards racial justice, civil rights and civil liberties will be shaped in Oregon's 2024 legislative session — from February 5 to March 10, 2024. Explore our policy priorities and take action with us!
SB 1583A: Freedom to Read
Students deserve to feel affirmed and welcome in Oregon public schools — and they should be free to read, learn and share ideas without fear of discriminatory censorship! SB 1583 would prevent book bans and other forms of censorship in Oregon public schools.
