Defending the Right to Read — Our Latest Lawsuit
Public libraries are pillars of democracy, ensuring access to diverse perspectives and information.
The ACLU of Arkansas was made for this moment.
Commentary & Blog
The Long Journey Home
What does daily life look like while waiting to win asylum? That question was central to our latest series, Letters to America.
“Here’s to the Work Ahead.” How I’m Honoring the Legendary Cecile Richards
Today, as on many other days, I told myself, “Be more Cecile.” Cecile is Cecile Richards, the marvel of a human best known as the president of Planned Parenthood.
Press Releases & News
ACLU of Arkansas Files Lawsuit Challenging Retaliatory Firing of Library Director Patty Hector
Today, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Arkansas filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of Patty Hector, the former director of the Saline County Library, against Saline County Judge Matthew Brumley...
Federal Court Strikes Down Unconstitutional Provisions of Arkansas’s Censorship Law
Today, in a resounding victory for free speech and intellectual freedom, a federal district court struck down key provisions of Arkansas’s censorship law, Act 372, as unconstitutional.
ACLU of Arkansas Files Lawsuit Against State Police Officer for Violating Civil Rights at Public Event
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Arkansas today announced the filing of a federal lawsuit against Arkansas State Police Sergeant Dakotah Bailey for violating the constitutional rights of De’...
