News & Commentary

Apr 03, 2024

It's Veto Time: We're Asking Gov. Beshear to Veto These Bills

As the 2024 Kentucky General Assembly comes to a close, we're asking Gov. Beshear to veto three bills that are unconstitutional or erode Kentuckians' civil liberties.

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Nov 29, 2021

Giving Together for a Stronger Kentucky

We're celebrating Giving Tuesday 2021 by supporting partners throughout the state.

By Charlene Buckles

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Oct 28, 2021

Safe and Healthy Schools Lead With Support, Not Police

Louisville's police chief has called for Jefferson County Public Schools to have its own police department. That's the last thing JCPS or any school district needs. Kentucky students – no matter where they live – need support, not more law enforcement.

By ACLU National Staff

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Sep 23, 2021

Students Need Support, Not More Police

We've written to Louisville Metro Council and Mayor Fischer rejecting any proposals to increase policing, incarceration, or surveillance of our students. Students need support, not more police.

By Samuel Crankshaw

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