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Public Defenders Are at the Heart of the Long Fight To Realize Gideon’s Promise
Constitutional rights are only as good as their implementation. More than fifty years later, Gideon’s promise—the right to counsel for individuals who cannot afford an attorney—remains unfulfilled. So we continue the fight.
Student Walkouts: What Are Students' Rights and How Can Schools Respond?
School responses to student walkouts, including the anti-ICE demonstrations, may or may not be unconstitutional, depending on the specific facts. Here’s some guidance on the legality of different types of school responses to student walkouts.
How to fight back when the federal government tries to silence you online
The freedom to openly criticize the government without penalty or punishment is the keystone of our democracy. Free and spirited debate helps inform voters and keeps our elected officials accountable to their oath of office to serve the people and defend the Constitution.
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Jul 22, 2026
ACLU of Pennsylvania Sues Penn State Health Over Hospital’s Cancellation of Gender-Affirming Procedure
The ACLU-PA and Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP filed a lawsuit against Penn State Health after a hospital in the Penn State Health network abruptly canceled a gender-affirming procedure.
Jul 1, 2026
Voting Rights Groups Secure Legal Win for Pennsylvania Voter Privacy
Judge blocks Trump administration’s attempt to access Pennsylvania's voter roll.
Jun 24, 2026
ACLU-PA and Kennedy Human Rights Center File Class Action Lawsuit to Stop ICE from Unlawfully Re-Detaining People at Their Check-Ins
Plaintiffs, on behalf of themselves and the members of the proposed classes, are requesting that the court declare that the rescission of the Changed Circumstances Policy is unlawful and provide relief that protects the rights of class members.
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