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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. 104.

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Citing Progress, Advocates Close Prison Case

LINCOLN, Neb. – The legal team for the prison lawsuit Sabata v. NDCS is closing the case after successfully negotiating dismissal terms with the state.

December 1, 2020

ACLU of Nebraska Encourages Spanish-Speaking Voters to be Heard

LINCOLN, Neb. – With less than a week before Election Day, the ACLU of Nebraska is encouraging Spanish-speaking voters to know their rights and to vote.

October 28, 2020

Nebraska Groups Work to Make Polling Places Welcoming to Gender Non-Conforming, Non-Binary and Transgender Voters

LINCOLN, Neb.

October 26, 2020

ACLU Aims to Increase Turnout with $250,000 Voter Education Campaign

LINCOLN, Neb. – The ACLU of Nebraska aims to expand the electorate and increase voter turnout through a historic and multifaceted voter education campaign. The organization has made a $250,000 investment into nonpartisan voter education and mobilization ahead of the general election.

October 7, 2020

ACLU Sues City of Omaha, Challenging Excessive Force in Protester Arrests

LINCOLN, Neb. – Today, the ACLU of Nebraska will file a lawsuit in U.S. District Court, challenging constitutional violations in the law enforcement response to Omaha Black Lives Matter protests and seeking court orders to protect future protests.

October 5, 2020

ACLU Campaign Aims to Protect Voting Rights of Nebraskans with Criminal System Involvement

Update:

The Secretary of State's Office has confirmed dozens of errors identified by the ACLU. Read the full letter.

September 28, 2020