News & Commentary

Jan 02, 2020

Remembering a Voting Rights Champion

On behalf of the ACLU of Pennsylvania, we mourn Viviette’s passing and extend our condolences to her family. She was a friend to the organization who will be missed but never forgotten.

By Witold "Vic" Walczak

Viviette Applewhite
Oct 30, 2019

Have You Made Your Plan to Vote Smart Justice on Tuesday?

When it comes to addressing Pennsylvania’s mass incarceration crisis, this election year brings with it a true sense of urgency and a real chance to pave the way for meaningful reform.

Voting is a Right. Not a Privilege.
Oct 28, 2019

Why ACLU-PA Supports Legislation to Reform PA’s Election Laws

The ACLU of Pennsylvania is supporting legislation to modernize the commonwealth’s election laws, and that bill, Senate Bill 421, is expected to be considered by the state House this week.

By Reggie Shuford

Protect my vote