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Border Stops Suit: Judge Orders Government to Disclose Names on Watchlist

A federal court has rejected a Bush administration "state secrets" claim regarding the Terrorist Screening Database, in a lawsuit involving an Edmonds resident who has been repeatedly detained and harassed at the border.    More »  

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ACLU Opposes Proposal for Surveillance Cameras in Parks

issue_icon_51.gifInstallation of police surveillance cameras would put the activities of law-abiding park users under the watchful eye of government and would not deter crime. A proposed Seattle ordinance lacks safeguards against misuse.    More »   (PDF)

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Civil Liberties Advanced in the 2008 Legislature

DP signing.jpgThanks to the letters, calls, e-mails, visits, and testimony of supporters, we can count significant legislative victories for fair treatment for same-sex couples, privacy, and protection from unwarranted searches.
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Marijuana: It's Time for a Conversation

Steves.jpgThe ACLU and travel writer Rick Steves join forces for a multimedia education campaign on the history and impacts of marijuana laws. Are these laws working for us or against us?    More »  

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May 14, 2008 - Marijuana: It's Time for a Conversation

Presented by the Thurston County Chapter of the ACLU-WA   More »