11.30.20
Protecting The Rights Of People With HIV/AIDS: How the ACLU of Ohio Set a Precedent in 1994
By Clayton Koppes
When Fred L. Charon and his partner, Bruce Howe, turned off the Ohio Turnpike in desperation in April 1992, they could not have anticipated they would trigger a precedent-setting case for the rights of people with AIDS. Aided by the ACLU, their case became the first in which people with AIDS (PWAs) won protection… more »
11.19.20
Sub. House Bill 369 – Proponent Testimony
By Gary Daniels
Below is our Chief Lobbyist Gary Daniels’ proponent testimony on Sub. House Bill 369. This was delivered to the House Civil Justice Committee on November 19, 2020. To Chairman Hambley, Vice Chair Patton, Ranking Member Brown, and members of the House Civil Justice Committee, thank you for this opportunity to present proponent testimony on Substitute… more »
11.19.20
Ohio’s Election wasn’t a Disaster, But More Needs to be Done
By Collin Marozzi
Last week, Secretary of State Frank LaRose penned an op-ed in the Cincinnati Enquirer titled Ohio is a model for how to run elections. The piece gives high praise to Ohio for how smoothly our election went, citing how fast we released our results on election night, the state’s impressive poll worker recruitment, and… more »
11.10.20
Sub. Senate Bill 3 – Proponent Testimony
By Gary Daniels
Below is our Chief Lobbyist Gary Daniels’ proponent testimony on Sub. Senate Bill 3. This was delivered to the House Criminal Justice Committee on November 10, 2020. To Chairman Lang, Vice Chair Plummer, Ranking Member Leland, and members of the House Criminal Justice Committee, thank you for this opportunity to present proponent testimony on Substitute… more »
11.02.20
In a democracy, we count every vote. This year, the process could take longer
By J. Bennett Guess
This originaly appeared on Cleveland.com on Nov. 1, 2020. CLEVELAND — This is the first election in our lifetimes to occur during a global pandemic, and one in which an unprecedented number of voters will cast their ballots by mail. While we’re accustomed to watching the results roll in live on election night, this… more »
10.20.20
Here’s How To Find Your Polling Location To Vote In-Person on Election Day
By Sarah Khan-Williamson
If there is anything 2020 has shown us, it’s that things can become extremely unpredictable – and very quickly. If you’re planning on voting on Election Day, you might be particularly wary of this unpredictability, especially since we saw primary polling places change rapidly with just days left to vote, and then in-person… more »
10.12.20
FAQ: Role of Justices on The Supreme Court of Ohio
By Claire Chevrier
FAQ about the Role of Justices on The Supreme Court of Ohio. … more »
10.06.20
The 2020 Ed and Belle Likover Lecture
By ACLU of Ohio
Virtual Program Click image to download our virtual program for the 2020 Ed and Belle Likover Lecture: At-Home Comedy, Cocktails & Coversation. … more »
10.05.20
This Year, I’m “Showing Up” In A New Way
By Hazel Pegues Williams
I voted by mail for the first time in the April 2020 Primary due to COVID19. Prior to that, I’ve always taken great pride to vote in person. To me, it was the least I could do to honor the legacy of the fight for African Americans to have the right to vote. … more »
09.21.20
FAQ About Sheriffs
By Claire Chevrier
FAQ about sheriffs, their powers, and the information I need to hold them accountable. … more »