08.16.18
Setting the Record Straight on the First Amendment
By Jocelyn Rosnick
The First Amendment is 45 words. 45 powerful words. But do you know what the First Amendment does and does not protect in the realm of online content, especially on social media? It might not protect what you think it does. “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free… more »
08.09.18
Letter to the Editor: Sexting Reform Should not be Legislative Priority
By Gary Daniels
Originally published in the Youngstown Vindicator. It was very unfortunate to read The Vindicator editorial (“Ohio Senate Should Act to Approve Sexting Bill,” July 23, 2018) pushing Ohio’s juvenile sexting bill, as that opinion mirrors the same misguided, counterproductive thinking continually coming from our Statehouse. It is true prosecutors may, if they so wish, charge… more »
07.11.18
Equality v. Equity: How the Fourteenth Amendment Can Help the ACLU Defend the First
By Lydia Ghuman
The ACLU and the First Amendment: a controversial duo. For the last century, the ACLU has been applauded for its interpretation and application of the First Amendment. One notable case is famous Scopes Trial, where the organization helped challenged and take down a Tennessee law banning the teaching of evolution in public schools. At the… more »
07.05.18
“How Did We Get Here?” An Historical Reconciliation
By Ashley Braxton
To usher in the summer of 2018, the state of Ohio distinguished itself in vigorously enforcing the Trump Administration’s “zero tolerance” immigration policy, and the detention of families. In the first week of June, 114 people were captured at Corso’s Flower and Gardening Center in Sandusky. In the third week of June, 146 people were… more »
06.27.18
WHY WE CAN’T STAY SILENT.
By Robin A. Wright
I will never forget the day my son was born. I knew the moment I first held him that there was nothing I wouldn’t do to keep him safe and ensure he had the best possible life. This instinctual drive to protect and nurture our children is shared by mothers and fathers everywhere. It is… more »
06.14.18
Young Americans Support Abortion Rights, Ohio Legislators Couldn’t Care Less
By Caitlin Hill
Recently, the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI), a nonpartisan, independent research organization, released a poll that shows younger Americans are more supportive of abortion rights than older Americans, and more importantly, that their views are becoming more supportive over time. But certain members of the Ohio Legislature do not seem to care about what young… more »
06.13.18
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan’s Letter to DHS Regarding Sandusky ICE Raid
By ACLU of Ohio Staff
On Tuesday, June 5, 2018, over 200 ICE agents descended upon agriculture businesses in Sandusky and Castalia, Ohio. They arrested 114 workers and loaded them onto buses bound for detention facilities in Youngstown, Ohio and Battle Creek, Michigan. On Friday, June 8, the ACLU of Ohio called on our supporters to urge U.S. Senators Sherrod… more »
05.30.18
Employee Spotlight: Emma Keeshin
By Celina Coming
Get to know the ACLU of Ohio team by checking out our Employee Spotlight blogs! You may know that Emma is from the beautiful state of Vermont, that she loves to dance, and that she is an alumna of Oberlin College, but today we found out some new fun facts! Read on for more information.… more »
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05.23.18
FAQs – Congressional Redistricting Litigation
By Freda Levenson
On May 23, 2018, the ACLU of Ohio filed a lawsuit challenging Ohio’s Federal Congressional District maps. Who is lawsuit is brought against? The lawsuit is brought against Ohio Secretary of State John Husted, Ohio Senate Majority Leader Larry Obhof, and Interim House Speaker Ryan Smith. Who is the ACLU… more »
05.18.18
Are Law Enforcement Officers Committed to Safety for All, or Just Some?
By Emma Keeshin
In case you didn’t know, it’s National Police Week. Let’s reflect on what’s missing from the conversation. We can all agree that we want our neighborhoods to feel safe. But “safe” can mean many different things to many different people. And too often, governments have used the idea of “safety” as a way to diminish… more »