As the leading civil rights and civil liberties organization in the Land of Lincoln, the ACLU of Illinois works constantly to keep the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do in the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than an informed and engaged public citizenry. Knowledge is power.
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Dec 15, 2014
Chicago Tribune Letter to the Editor: Report on torture is worthy of publication
Communications and Public Policy Director Ed Yohnka discussed the ACLU's concerns with the use of "stingray" technology by the Chicago Police Department (CPD) in a recent segment on...
Communications and Public Policy Director Ed Yohnka discussed the ACLU's concerns with the use of "stingray" technology by the Chicago Police Department (CPD) in a recent segment on...
Dec 9, 2014
Pardoning Not Just the Rich and Famous
Criminal Justice Reform
Mark Wahlberg is already a famous movie star, but now he wants to expand that star power into the restaurant business.
The problem? He can...
Mark Wahlberg is already a famous movie star, but now he wants to expand that star power into the restaurant business.
The problem? He can...
Dec 8, 2014
Associated Press: Eavesdropping bill focuses on ‘private’ dialogue
First Amendment Advocacy
This past week, both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly passed a measure that closes loopholes in Illinois' eavesdropping law, the...
This past week, both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly passed a measure that closes loopholes in Illinois' eavesdropping law, the...