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ACLU of Massachusetts comment on Supreme Court arguments in medication abortion case

Mifepristone is safe, effective, and has been used by millions of people since it was approved by the FDA more than 20 years ago.

March 26, 2024

Rural Justice Network, North Brookfield reach settlement on Pride event and drag show

North Brookfield has taken steps we hope will ensure that groups like the Rural Justice Network can exercise their right to express themselves equally and openly in public spaces.

March 18, 2024

ACLU of Massachusetts calls on Somerville to cancel ShotSpotter contract

In Somerville, a city whose elected officials are at the forefront of protecting civil rights and civil liberties, the City Council should do away with this unreliable and ineffective technology.

March 14, 2024

Advocates criticize Municipal Empowerment Act’s approach to public meeting reforms

It’s time to guarantee the permanent removal of long-standing barriers to participation that particularly impact people with disabilities, caregiving responsibilities, or limited transportation.

February 27, 2024

Cellphone location data used to target abortion misinformation to visitors at 600 reproductive health clinics in 48 states

The Location Shield Act would protect Massachusetts from this predatory practice.

February 13, 2024

2024 Small Town Pride to move forward in North Brookfield

A local Pride celebration in North Brookfield will move forward on June 29, after approval last night by the town’s Parks and Recreation Committee.

February 2, 2024