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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.
After more than a month of threats, a government shutdown, and bipartisan action by Congress, President Trump has finally declared a national emergency to spend billions of taxpayer dollars on his border wall obsession.
Today, we announced a settlement with Douglas County in our federal lawsuit that challenged the inhumane conditions in the county jail. Terri Carlisle, our client, was denied pain medication and subjected to foul conditions and cruel treatment in the jail.
We support current legislation to ensure access to feminine hygiene products for incarcerated people in Oregon jails and prison. This is an issue of gender equity and basic human dignity.
Everything the ACLU of Oregon accomplished in 2018 was because our members and supporters refused to accept attacks on our democracy and values.
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.
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.
