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The ACLU’s National Security Project is dedicated to ensuring that U.S. national security policies and practices are consistent with the Constitution, civil liberties, and human rights.
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Sep 19, 2016

Why President Obama Should Pardon Edward Snowden

Why President Obama Should Pardon Edward Snowden

Sep 14, 2016

Obama Should Pardon Edward Snowden. Today We’re Launching a Campaign to Make It Happen — and We’ve Got a Lot of Help.

Obama Should Pardon Edward Snowden. Today We’re Launching a Campaign to Make It Happen — and We’ve Got a Lot of Help.

Aug 26, 2016

NYPD Ignored Court-Imposed Rules While Spying on American Muslims

NYPD Ignored Court-Imposed Rules While Spying on American Muslims

Aug 22, 2016

Muslim, American, & Intersectional: The Activism of Linda Sarsour

Muslim, American, & Intersectional: The Activism of Linda Sarsour

Aug 10, 2016

The Government’s Own Rules Show Why Watchlists Make Bad Policy

The Government’s Own Rules Show Why Watchlists Make Bad Policy

Aug 8, 2016

Details Abound in Drone ‘Playbook’ — Except for the Ones That Really Matter Most

Details Abound in Drone ‘Playbook’ — Except for the Ones That Really Matter Most

Jul 26, 2016

Will the 9/11 Defendants Ever Get a Fair Trial?

Will the 9/11 Defendants Ever Get a Fair Trial?

Jul 21, 2016

In Secret Email, CIA’s Chief Lawyer Mocked ‘Pesky Little International Obligations’

In Secret Email, CIA’s Chief Lawyer Mocked ‘Pesky Little International Obligations’

Jul 20, 2016

Mohamedou Ould Slahi’s Long Nightmare at Guantánamo Is Finally Coming to an End

Mohamedou Ould Slahi’s Long Nightmare at Guantánamo Is Finally Coming to an End

Jul 20, 2016

What Could Go Wrong With Asking Teachers To Monitor Kids for ‘Extremist’ Beliefs?

What Could Go Wrong With Asking Teachers To Monitor Kids for ‘Extremist’ Beliefs?