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We at the ACLU of Oregon believe it is our duty to keep the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil liberties and civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged.

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ACLU of Oregon's 2018 Year in Review: Civil Rights and Liberties Victories from Each Month

Everything the ACLU of Oregon accomplished in 2018 was because our members and supporters refused to accept attacks on our democracy and values.

December 21, 2018

Portland School Board: Say No To More Police In Schools

We strongly urge the the Portland Public School Board to reject or postpone signing this contract and make time for feedback from students and impacted communities.

December 11, 2018

Unprecedented Jailing of Immigrants in Oregon Federal Prison Ends

This spring, the Trump administration secretly transferred 124 asylum seekers from the border to a federal prison in rural Oregon. Thanks to an emergency lawsuit and an outpouring of community support, Oregon is no longer holding detained immigrants at Sheridan prison.

December 7, 2018

Oregon Voters Demonstrate the Power of the People

Our field program is off to a strong start and, together, we achieved historic wins this election. With our activism we collectively tipped the scales towards inclusion and justice providing tremendous hope for Oregon and a much-needed alternate vision for our country.

November 27, 2018

Keep the Backdoor Ban on Abortion out of Oregon’s Constitution—Vote No on Measure 106

Measure 106, on the ballot this November, would amend the Oregon Constitution to ban public funding for abortion. The language of Measure 106 is misleading and deceptive, but voters should not be fooled.

November 1, 2018

NO on 105: Many Voices Digital Ad

Today we released new digital ads featuring immigrant Oregonians. They shared this powerful message about voting NO on Measure 105: "We all come from different places, but we are united by our values. We will not be divided."

October 15, 2018

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