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ACLU lawyers and advocates are among the nation's leading experts on civil liberties and constitutional freedoms. They are regularly sought out by leading broadcast, print and online media to lend an essential voice to the conversation about some of the most important issues facing the nation.

Please contact Sam Petto, Communications Director, for all press inquiries. (402) 476-8091, ext. 402.

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Session Begins with Attack on Reproductive Rights

LINCOLN, Neb. – The Nebraska Legislature’s annual session began with anti-abortion politicians filing a bill prohibiting physicians from providing dilation and evacuation (D&E),

January 8, 2020

Educators, Advocates Oppose Child Restraint Bill

LINCOLN, Neb.

January 2, 2020

ACLU Welcomes Long-Awaited Refugee Decision

LINCOLN, Neb – The ACLU of Nebraska welcomes Governor Pete Ricketts’ reported decision to keep Nebraska’s doors open to refugees, which falls in line with recent decisions from city and county elected officials.

December 19, 2019

ACLU of Nebraska Announces Sam Petto as Communications Director

A Nebraska native, Petto brings experience in public relations and journalism to the role.

December 4, 2019

Statement on Griffith and Chambers v. Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Challenge to Lethal Injection Protocols Under the Administrative Procedure Act

For Immediate Release:

October 18, 2019

ACLU: Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Must Improve to Address Persistent Racial Profiling

For Immediate Release: August 2, 2019 10:15 am cst

Contact: Danielle Conrad, dconrad@aclunebraska.org or 402-476-8091 ext. 102

August 2, 2019