News & Commentary

The Castle Doctrine is a state law giving Kentuckians the right to use deadly force to protect themselves, other people, and their property. No-knock warrants and the Castle Doctrine blatantly contradict each other. Together, they create deadly situations for civilians and law enforcement.

Over the past year, the ACLU-KY fended off attacks on civil liberties in the courts, stopped bad bills and promoted good bills in Frankfort, launched its largest Get Out The Vote campaign ever, grew its staff, and more. 

In an unprecedented year, it’s only natural to have an unprecedented election. It’s the first in our lifetimes to occur during a global pandemic, and one in which a record number of Kentuckians will vote by mail. While we’re used to watching the results roll in on live TV on election night, it may take days — possibly even weeks — to officially call the winner. 

Amendment 1 is a well-intentioned but irresponsible proposal to permanently change Kentucky's Constitution. The measure will appear on voter's ballots as Amendment 1 in the 2020 general election.

It’s not often that you see an ACLU attorney, a Republican senator, a commonwealth attorney and members of the tea party agreeing on something. This may be a first in Kentucky history, but we all agree that Marsy’s Law is bad for victims and wrong for Kentucky.

Anthony D. Romero, ACLU Executive Director Ruth

Despite the deadly COVID-19 outbreak at Green River, officials are ignoring warning signs of pending outbreaks in other prisons.

Louisville Metro Council has proposed spending 49% of the city's budget on policing. Ask your councilmember to use that money for programs that will actually help the people of Louisville.

Incarcerated LGBTQ Kentuckians are some of the most vulnerable when it comes to the coronavirus pandemic.