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End the death penalty in Washington

As the 2012 legislative session gets underway, momentum to end the death penalty continues to grow. The ACLU is supporting the Safe and Just Alternatives Campaign to replace the death penalty with a sentence of life imprisonment without parole. Help us by telling your legislators to replace the death penalty. Read More »
 

Protest, occupy, demonstrate: Know your rights.

Free speech is flourishing in Washington state. If you or anyone you know is going to a demonstration or other event, they need to know their rights to peacefully assemble. Send your friends and family the information they need to stay safe. Read More »
 

Help stop racial profiling by the Border Patrol

The U.S. Border Patrol is supposed to secure our borders. But far from the border in Washington state, Border Patrol agents have been stopping individuals based on their appearance and accent — without any suspicion of wrongdoing. Tell your members of Congress to stop this illegal racial profiling. Read More »
 
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Learn how the law protects students at school.

No one should suffer through bullying and harassment. Students have a right to feel safe and welcome when they arrive at school. School districts have an obligation to provide a safe environment. Take a quiz and learn the facts about bullying. Read More »
 

Fighting for Rights: Learn about women who have made history

How much do you know about some of the inspiring women who have stood up for civil liberties? Read More »
 

Parades, Protests, and Politics: Know Your Rights

Summer brings people outside to enjoy the great American traditions of parades, festivals, and free speech. Outdoor events like marches, rallies, and protests bring communities together to exercise their free speech rights. Take the quiz to learn about your rights to participate in these traditional free speech activities. Read More »
 

Tux? Corsage? Constitution? Know Prom Night Rights

Do you know a student who is attending prom? For many young adults, prom is a highlight of the school year. For others, the experience can be marred by a violation of students' constitutional rights. Do you know your prom night rights?  Read More »
 
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Protect your rights: Learn the rules for dealing with the police

Encounters with the police can be stressful experiences - even for people who have done nothing wrong. Learn the rules for dealing with the police by taking our short quiz. The facts you'll learn will help you to protect your rights! Read More »
 

How much do you know about transgender rights?

We all assume that you are free to be yourself in Washington state. How much freedom do transgender people have to be themselves? Can an employer fire someone for coming out as transgender? Can a landlord evict a transgender tenant?  Take the quiz. Find out just how much you know about rights of transgender people. Read More »
 

Does Race Matter? Take Our Criminal Justice Quiz.

Is the criminal justice system in Washington biased against people of color? Statistics from a new report may surprise you. Suppose a black driver and white driver are pulled over by police: Do you know which one is most likely to be searched? Do you know which one is most likely to actually have contraband in the car? Get involved and get the facts about racial bias. Read More »