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The special election to fill Mikie Sherrill’s empty congressional seat will be held on April 16, 2026 and there are many people on the ballot.
Join us and our partners on 1/15 at Caldwell University to meet the candidates!
Find out more and register here⬇️
https://bit.ly/4qkGCxK
Join us and our partners on 1/15 at Caldwell University to meet the candidates!
Find out more and register here⬇️
https://bit.ly/4qkGCxK
January 13, 2026 at 5:53 PM
The special election to fill Mikie Sherrill’s empty congressional seat will be held on April 16, 2026 and there are many people on the ballot.
Join us and our partners on 1/15 at Caldwell University to meet the candidates!
Find out more and register here⬇️
https://bit.ly/4qkGCxK
Join us and our partners on 1/15 at Caldwell University to meet the candidates!
Find out more and register here⬇️
https://bit.ly/4qkGCxK
UPDATE: A6308, A6309, and A6310 have passed the Assembly Judiciary Committee!
We're one step closer to a #NJforALL. But the work doesn't stop here. We still need to get these bills through Senate Committee and a floor vote.
We're one step closer to a #NJforALL. But the work doesn't stop here. We still need to get these bills through Senate Committee and a floor vote.
January 6, 2026 at 12:48 AM
UPDATE: A6308, A6309, and A6310 have passed the Assembly Judiciary Committee!
We're one step closer to a #NJforALL. But the work doesn't stop here. We still need to get these bills through Senate Committee and a floor vote.
We're one step closer to a #NJforALL. But the work doesn't stop here. We still need to get these bills through Senate Committee and a floor vote.
🚨UPDATE: A6206 passed through the Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee!
Tell your lawmakers to vote YES on A6206/S5000 and ensure that technical parole violations do not automatically lead to reincarceration: action.aclu.org/send-message...
Tell your lawmakers to vote YES on A6206/S5000 and ensure that technical parole violations do not automatically lead to reincarceration: action.aclu.org/send-message...
January 5, 2026 at 8:18 PM
🚨UPDATE: A6206 passed through the Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee!
Tell your lawmakers to vote YES on A6206/S5000 and ensure that technical parole violations do not automatically lead to reincarceration: action.aclu.org/send-message...
Tell your lawmakers to vote YES on A6206/S5000 and ensure that technical parole violations do not automatically lead to reincarceration: action.aclu.org/send-message...
New year, same us✨😎
Here are our resolutions for 2025 ⬇️
Here are our resolutions for 2025 ⬇️
January 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
New year, same us✨😎
Here are our resolutions for 2025 ⬇️
Here are our resolutions for 2025 ⬇️
This lame duck session, the NJ Legislature has a critical opportunity to provide much needed infrastructure, support, and change to the people who call the Garden State home.
Tell your lawmakers to pass the People's Agenda NOW.
https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
Tell your lawmakers to pass the People's Agenda NOW.
https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
December 30, 2025 at 6:17 PM
This lame duck session, the NJ Legislature has a critical opportunity to provide much needed infrastructure, support, and change to the people who call the Garden State home.
Tell your lawmakers to pass the People's Agenda NOW.
https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
Tell your lawmakers to pass the People's Agenda NOW.
https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
‘Tis the season to prioritize ✨ rest ✨ and ✨ self-care ✨, so our team will be taking a break. See you in 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ 🎉!
December 24, 2025 at 3:44 PM
‘Tis the season to prioritize ✨ rest ✨ and ✨ self-care ✨, so our team will be taking a break. See you in 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ 🎉!
📢 WHAT DO WE WANT? THE PEOPLE’S AGENDA‼️‼️
📢 WHEN DO WE WANT IT? NOW‼️‼️
Take action today and send a message to your lawmakers now urging them to pass this critical legislation now: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
📢 WHEN DO WE WANT IT? NOW‼️‼️
Take action today and send a message to your lawmakers now urging them to pass this critical legislation now: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
December 23, 2025 at 6:17 PM
📢 WHAT DO WE WANT? THE PEOPLE’S AGENDA‼️‼️
📢 WHEN DO WE WANT IT? NOW‼️‼️
Take action today and send a message to your lawmakers now urging them to pass this critical legislation now: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
📢 WHEN DO WE WANT IT? NOW‼️‼️
Take action today and send a message to your lawmakers now urging them to pass this critical legislation now: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
Everyone deserves access to an attorney when they are accused of a crime, but NJ law currently allows defendants to be charged up to $200 in fees to apply for a municipal public defender.
It’s time to abolish these fees by passing A5639/S4396. Take action now: https://bit.ly/4s1dYmi
It’s time to abolish these fees by passing A5639/S4396. Take action now: https://bit.ly/4s1dYmi
December 22, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Everyone deserves access to an attorney when they are accused of a crime, but NJ law currently allows defendants to be charged up to $200 in fees to apply for a municipal public defender.
It’s time to abolish these fees by passing A5639/S4396. Take action now: https://bit.ly/4s1dYmi
It’s time to abolish these fees by passing A5639/S4396. Take action now: https://bit.ly/4s1dYmi
"We demand answers, accountability from ICE & an end to immigration detention once and for all."
Read our full statement: https://www.aclu-nj.org/press-releases/following-delaney-halls-first-death-since-reopening-immigrant-advocates-demand-answers-and-investigation/
Read our full statement: https://www.aclu-nj.org/press-releases/following-delaney-halls-first-death-since-reopening-immigrant-advocates-demand-answers-and-investigation/
December 19, 2025 at 6:04 PM
"We demand answers, accountability from ICE & an end to immigration detention once and for all."
Read our full statement: https://www.aclu-nj.org/press-releases/following-delaney-halls-first-death-since-reopening-immigrant-advocates-demand-answers-and-investigation/
Read our full statement: https://www.aclu-nj.org/press-releases/following-delaney-halls-first-death-since-reopening-immigrant-advocates-demand-answers-and-investigation/
NJ needs the Immigrant Trust Act, and we need it now.
We must build a fair and welcoming state for all people – regardless of immigration status.
Take action now: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/nj-pass-the-immigrant-trust-act
We must build a fair and welcoming state for all people – regardless of immigration status.
Take action now: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/nj-pass-the-immigrant-trust-act
December 12, 2025 at 9:11 PM
NJ needs the Immigrant Trust Act, and we need it now.
We must build a fair and welcoming state for all people – regardless of immigration status.
Take action now: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/nj-pass-the-immigrant-trust-act
We must build a fair and welcoming state for all people – regardless of immigration status.
Take action now: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/nj-pass-the-immigrant-trust-act
As part of the People’s Agenda, we’re calling on lawmakers to pass the New Jersey Voter Empowerment Act, a crucial legislation that will expand and strengthen voting rights in our state.
Send a message to lawmakers now and urge them to pass the NJVEA now.
https://bit.ly/4rQylmc
Send a message to lawmakers now and urge them to pass the NJVEA now.
https://bit.ly/4rQylmc
December 11, 2025 at 8:46 PM
As part of the People’s Agenda, we’re calling on lawmakers to pass the New Jersey Voter Empowerment Act, a crucial legislation that will expand and strengthen voting rights in our state.
Send a message to lawmakers now and urge them to pass the NJVEA now.
https://bit.ly/4rQylmc
Send a message to lawmakers now and urge them to pass the NJVEA now.
https://bit.ly/4rQylmc
Join us this Monday, Dec. 8, as we rally outside the State House in support of the People’s Agenda!
Learn more: www.aclu-nj.org/event/people...
Learn more: www.aclu-nj.org/event/people...
December 5, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Join us this Monday, Dec. 8, as we rally outside the State House in support of the People’s Agenda!
Learn more: www.aclu-nj.org/event/people...
Learn more: www.aclu-nj.org/event/people...
Rain or shine, we continue pushing for a better more equitable New Jersey.
We visited legislative offices to hand deliver the People’s Agenda and tell our lawmakers: it’s time to prioritize racial and social justice.
Join us and send a message to your lawmakers: action.aclu.org/send-message...
We visited legislative offices to hand deliver the People’s Agenda and tell our lawmakers: it’s time to prioritize racial and social justice.
Join us and send a message to your lawmakers: action.aclu.org/send-message...
December 2, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Rain or shine, we continue pushing for a better more equitable New Jersey.
We visited legislative offices to hand deliver the People’s Agenda and tell our lawmakers: it’s time to prioritize racial and social justice.
Join us and send a message to your lawmakers: action.aclu.org/send-message...
We visited legislative offices to hand deliver the People’s Agenda and tell our lawmakers: it’s time to prioritize racial and social justice.
Join us and send a message to your lawmakers: action.aclu.org/send-message...
New Jerseyans deserve an accessible, affordable, safe, and welcoming state for ALL.
Tell NJ Lawmakers to pass the People’s Agenda this lame duck.
Send a message NOW: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
Tell NJ Lawmakers to pass the People’s Agenda this lame duck.
Send a message NOW: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
November 28, 2025 at 7:18 PM
New Jerseyans deserve an accessible, affordable, safe, and welcoming state for ALL.
Tell NJ Lawmakers to pass the People’s Agenda this lame duck.
Send a message NOW: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
Tell NJ Lawmakers to pass the People’s Agenda this lame duck.
Send a message NOW: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
We’re thrilled to share that ACLU-NJ Executive Director Amol Sinha has been named to the Insider 100 Power List 2025.
We're so grateful for Amol’s dedicated leadership – this honor is well deserved. Congratulations, Amol!
We're so grateful for Amol’s dedicated leadership – this honor is well deserved. Congratulations, Amol!
November 24, 2025 at 7:35 PM
We’re thrilled to share that ACLU-NJ Executive Director Amol Sinha has been named to the Insider 100 Power List 2025.
We're so grateful for Amol’s dedicated leadership – this honor is well deserved. Congratulations, Amol!
We're so grateful for Amol’s dedicated leadership – this honor is well deserved. Congratulations, Amol!
🎉🎉We’re a 2025 Anthem Award silver winner for our project “Decarcerating New Jersey: A Transformative Vision of Justice,” in the Human & Civil Rights, Best Use of Data category.
Our data showed that NJ's efforts to reduce its incarcerated population did not have any meaningful effect on crime.
Our data showed that NJ's efforts to reduce its incarcerated population did not have any meaningful effect on crime.
November 22, 2025 at 9:05 PM
🎉🎉We’re a 2025 Anthem Award silver winner for our project “Decarcerating New Jersey: A Transformative Vision of Justice,” in the Human & Civil Rights, Best Use of Data category.
Our data showed that NJ's efforts to reduce its incarcerated population did not have any meaningful effect on crime.
Our data showed that NJ's efforts to reduce its incarcerated population did not have any meaningful effect on crime.
Gender-affirming care is:
💗 life saving
🩶 medically necessary
💙 not up for debate
Trans & non-binary people belong. EVERYWHERE.
💗 life saving
🩶 medically necessary
💙 not up for debate
Trans & non-binary people belong. EVERYWHERE.
November 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Gender-affirming care is:
💗 life saving
🩶 medically necessary
💙 not up for debate
Trans & non-binary people belong. EVERYWHERE.
💗 life saving
🩶 medically necessary
💙 not up for debate
Trans & non-binary people belong. EVERYWHERE.
Introducing the People’s Agenda, a collective advocacy effort of 33 New Jersey organizations to push state lawmakers to pass critical social justice legislation during this year’s lame duck session.
Learn more and take action: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
Learn more and take action: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
November 13, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Introducing the People’s Agenda, a collective advocacy effort of 33 New Jersey organizations to push state lawmakers to pass critical social justice legislation during this year’s lame duck session.
Learn more and take action: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
Learn more and take action: https://action.aclu.org/send-message/pass-peoples-lame-duck-agenda
We're in📍Trenton with partners this morning calling on the Assembly to drop A3558, a bill that would codify the IHRA definition of antisemitism.
This would chill our First Amendment rights and set a dangerous precedent for free speech in the state.
This would chill our First Amendment rights and set a dangerous precedent for free speech in the state.
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We're in📍Trenton with partners this morning calling on the Assembly to drop A3558, a bill that would codify the IHRA definition of antisemitism.
This would chill our First Amendment rights and set a dangerous precedent for free speech in the state.
This would chill our First Amendment rights and set a dangerous precedent for free speech in the state.
All eligible voters deserve the opportunity to cast their ballot.
That's why our team spent Election Day in court fighting for the rights of voters.
We’ll always fight to make sure everyone can make their voices heard.
That's why our team spent Election Day in court fighting for the rights of voters.
We’ll always fight to make sure everyone can make their voices heard.
November 5, 2025 at 7:25 PM
All eligible voters deserve the opportunity to cast their ballot.
That's why our team spent Election Day in court fighting for the rights of voters.
We’ll always fight to make sure everyone can make their voices heard.
That's why our team spent Election Day in court fighting for the rights of voters.
We’ll always fight to make sure everyone can make their voices heard.
If you're in line when polls close, STAY IN LINE. You can vote.
If someone tells you differently, call 1-866-OUR-VOTE.
If someone tells you differently, call 1-866-OUR-VOTE.
November 4, 2025 at 11:45 PM
If you're in line when polls close, STAY IN LINE. You can vote.
If someone tells you differently, call 1-866-OUR-VOTE.
If someone tells you differently, call 1-866-OUR-VOTE.
If you face any difficulty voting or have questions about your ballot, help is just a phone call away: 1-866-OUR-VOTE / 1-866-687-8683 ☎️
November 4, 2025 at 7:35 PM
If you face any difficulty voting or have questions about your ballot, help is just a phone call away: 1-866-OUR-VOTE / 1-866-687-8683 ☎️
Today’s the day! Election Day is finally here 🗳️
Know your rights when voting.
www.aclu-nj.org/know-your-ri...
Know your rights when voting.
www.aclu-nj.org/know-your-ri...
November 4, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Today’s the day! Election Day is finally here 🗳️
Know your rights when voting.
www.aclu-nj.org/know-your-ri...
Know your rights when voting.
www.aclu-nj.org/know-your-ri...
It’s Election Day! Before you step into a polling booth, be sure to know your rights.
www.aclu-nj.org/know-your-ri...
And if you experience any problems at the polls today, call:
✅ NJ Division of Elections at 877-NJ-VOTER
- OR -
✅ Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE
www.aclu-nj.org/know-your-ri...
And if you experience any problems at the polls today, call:
✅ NJ Division of Elections at 877-NJ-VOTER
- OR -
✅ Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE
November 4, 2025 at 1:22 PM
It’s Election Day! Before you step into a polling booth, be sure to know your rights.
www.aclu-nj.org/know-your-ri...
And if you experience any problems at the polls today, call:
✅ NJ Division of Elections at 877-NJ-VOTER
- OR -
✅ Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE
www.aclu-nj.org/know-your-ri...
And if you experience any problems at the polls today, call:
✅ NJ Division of Elections at 877-NJ-VOTER
- OR -
✅ Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE
We were in📍Woodbridge this weekend urging folks to get out and vote!
Tomorrow is your LAST CHANCE to make your voice heard in this election.
Find your Election Day polling location here: https://www.aclu-nj.org/campaigns-initiatives/your-new-jersey-election-guide/
Tomorrow is your LAST CHANCE to make your voice heard in this election.
Find your Election Day polling location here: https://www.aclu-nj.org/campaigns-initiatives/your-new-jersey-election-guide/
November 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
We were in📍Woodbridge this weekend urging folks to get out and vote!
Tomorrow is your LAST CHANCE to make your voice heard in this election.
Find your Election Day polling location here: https://www.aclu-nj.org/campaigns-initiatives/your-new-jersey-election-guide/
Tomorrow is your LAST CHANCE to make your voice heard in this election.
Find your Election Day polling location here: https://www.aclu-nj.org/campaigns-initiatives/your-new-jersey-election-guide/