News & Commentary
Idaho State Lawmakers Attempt to Block Cities from Banning LGBTQ+ Discrimination
We Must Always Be Impatient for Justice
Originally published in the Idaho Statesman on May 7, 2015. Link here.By: Ritchie Eppink, Legal Director, ACLU of Idaho
Hearing in Public Interest Coalition's Constitutional Challenge to Idaho's Controversial “AG GAG” Law
Advocates Ask Court for Judgment in Suit Against Law That Silences Industry Whistle-Blowers
Freedom in America
Estefania got involved with the ACLU because she witnessed, first hand, how we treat immigrants in Idaho. Her path led her to strengthen the ACLU in North Idaho and make changes on the political front.
We Are People Too
We find ourselves battling stereotypes and outrageous laws criminalizing our homeless population. Find out more about what the ACLU is doing about it by reading Larry’s story.
Fighting for Fairness
Diane’s story about braving the discrimination Idaho has instilled through their policies and lack of equality-based education is moving. Please learn more about what you can do to help our LGBT friends and family members.
A Love Affair with the ACLU
None of our supporters agree with 100% of the ACLU’s issues. Read Michael’s story to learn about his tumultuous love affair with our complex organization.
ACLU of Idaho Hires New Executive Director
Visionary leader only third executive to lead ACLU Idaho affiliate
Separate but Equal Still Alive in Idaho Classrooms
Nothing will stop Rachel. Her decision to fight for environmental justice through her academics was rooted in becoming involved with the ACLU. Her interest in Middelton’s same-sex classrooms is only the beginning.
ACLU of Idaho Statement on President Obama’s Immigration Executive Actions Announcement
On Thursday, November 20th, President Obama announced a package of executive actions to provide temporary reprieve from deportation to a limited number of immigrants living in the country. The ACLU of Idaho welcomes this good news as a step in the right direction in addressing the plight of immigrant families caught in a political fiasco and broken immigration system. The temporary relief is a significant advancement towards affirming the civil liberties of immigrants. Immigrants that will qualify can now breathe a sigh of relief, as the threat of possible deportation is cast aside.
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