House Bill 31 - Proponent Testimony

The ACLU of Ohio believes House Bill 31 is a positive, bipartisan step in the right direction. 

By Gary Daniels

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Highlighting Banned Books by Black Authors for Black History Month

For Black History Month, the ACLU of Ohio shares a list of ten books that have been banned in the U.S. by Black authors.

By Lauren Wisenbarger

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Senate Bill 37 - Proponent Testimony

The ACLU of Ohio supports Senate Bill 37 because it is a stride in addressing flaws in existing law regarding how our state addresses offenses unrelated to driving that are currently standing between Ohioans and their ability to get to places like work and school.

By Patrick Higgins

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Lameduck 2024: Overview + Resources

Every even-year election, as lawmakers prepare for the next General Assembly, we enter the “Lameduck period,” taking place between Election Day and the start of the new session.

By Sheila Smith

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Senate Bill 237 - Proponent Testimony

It is long past time for Ohio to join the majority of states with protections against Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) and further protect free speech.

By Gary Daniels

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Firewall for Freedom: We are Ready to Fight

As we enter a second Trump Administration and the path to protecting the civil rights and liberties of all Americans, one thing is crystal clear: We have a plan.

By Sheila Smith

Firewall for Freedom: We are Ready to Fight

Housing is a Human Right – Why the ACLU of Ohio Supports Issue 24 in Cincinnati

Passing Issue 24 is a step towards systemic equality that all Ohioans deserve.

By Jade Martinez

ACLU of Ohio Endorsement - Yes on Issue 24 - Yes for Truly Affordable Housing - Cincinnati

Reproductive Freedom is a Racial Justice Issue

Addressing barriers to reproductive healthcare and the disproportionate risks and harms they pose to the Black community is just the first step towards addressing the systemic racism that plagues so much of our society.

By Jade Martinez

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When Does Childhood End?

While the end of childhood may not be clearly defined, it is clear that it should not be defined by the criminal legal system.

By Cyan Blackwell

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