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Lawsuit Seeks to Protect Access to the Internet

The Washington Supreme Court today hears oral argument in an ACLU-WA lawsuit challenging a library system's excessive filtering policy. The library is blocking access for adult patrons to lawful research and reading materials on the Internet.     

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Appeals Court Overturns Restrictions on Free Speech at Seattle Center

In a resounding victory for freedom of speech in public parks, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit today struck down City of Seattle rules restricting free expression at Seattle Center.     


Settlement for Handcuffing and Detention of UW Art Professor

Shirley Scheier was frisked, handcuffed, and detained for taking photographs of power lines as part of an art project. The ACLU-WA has reached a settlement of her lawsuit against the City of Snohomish.

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