News & Commentary
Jun 07, 2018
Vermonters want smart justice
This commentary was originally published on VTDigger on June 7, 2018.
Apr 26, 2018
What’s Next for Fair & Impartial Policing in Vermont
The ACLU, in coalition with Migrant Justice, Justice for All, and other civil rights groups, has been advocating for years to keep local police out of the deportation business and prevent racial bias from influencing law enforcement.
Apr 12, 2018
Vermont needs to end wealth-based incarceration
This commentary was originally published on VTDigger on April 11, 2018.
Apr 06, 2018
Vermont must consider the school-to-prison pipeline before deploying more police to schools
In the wake of a school shooting, the gut reaction to better protect our children is natural. However, Vermonters should think carefully before increasing law enforcement presence in our schools. There is little indication that school resource officers effectively reduce school violence, while there is strong evidence that they lead to more kids getting entangled in the criminal justice system, particularly youth of color, youth with disabilities & LGBTQ youth.We urge you to contact your legislators to share your thoughts on this important issue. You can always call the Sergeant-at-Arms office at (802) 828-2228 between 7:45 am and 4:15 pm and ask them to convey a message to your representatives.
Apr 03, 2018
2018 Legislative Update
As Vermont’s legislative session passes the halfway mark, the ACLU is tracking more than 100 bills with the potential to impact Vermonters’ constitutional rights. Below are details on some of the priority bills that we’ll be asking our members to voice their support for in the weeks ahead. But you don't have to wait for us. Contact your legislators today to let them know where you stand!
Mar 19, 2018
Burlington must honor promises to tenants
This letter was originally published in the Burlington Free Press on March 16th, 2018.
Mar 13, 2018
Dear Vermont School Administrators, Educators, and Officials:
A student movement has arisen in response to the tragic school shooting in Parkland last month and other recent mass shootings that have resulted in numerous casualties among young people. Here, young Vermonters are raising their voices.
Feb 01, 2018
Roadside saliva testing violates civil liberties and offends common sense. Why is the Vermont legislature talking about it again?
Yesterday the Vermont House Committee on Transportation considered H. 237, a bill to implement roadside saliva testing for THC and lowering the permissible BAC limit from .08 to .05 for any person with “any detectable amount” of THC in his or her blood.
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