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FAQs

Published: 
Monday, November 14, 2016
Answers to your questions about the ACLU
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State Supreme Court to Hear Oral Argument in Case of Gay Couple Refused Service by Florist

News Release, Published: 
Saturday, November 12, 2016
On Nov. 15 at Bellevue College, the WA Supreme Court heard oral argument in a case in which the lower court ruled a florist violated the state’s anti-discrimination law when she refused to sell flowers to a gay couple for their wedding. The ACLU is representing the couple.
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2016 BILL OF RIGHTS DINNER

The ACLU-WA celebrated its annual Bill of Rights Dinner in November with over 600 friends and allies. Thank you all for your support!

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Stores can’t use religion to discriminate

Published: 
Friday, November 11, 2016
The core purpose of the public accommodation laws, as the state’s Supreme Court should affirm, is to preserve and protect the essential human dignity of all members of our diverse society. These laws benefit all of us — people of all races, faiths, national origins and sexual orientations.
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ACLU of Washington Responds to the Presidential Election

Published: 
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
For more than 80 years, the American Civil Liberties Union of Washington has been freedom’s watchdog in this state, challenging government abuse of rights and fighting for fairness in our laws and their enforcement.  We will continue to stand strong as we pursue freedom, justice, and equality for all.
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Bill of Rights Dinner Features Award Winners and Comedian Jessica Williams

Published: 
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
The ACLU-WA’s 2016 Bill of Rights Dinner will be held on Saturday, November 12 at the Seattle Westin. ACLU supporters will honor civil liberties champions and enjoy food, fellowship, and timely political humor. Awards recipients will include transgender rights pioneer Marsha Botzer, police reform advocates the Community Police Commission, and high school student activist Veronique Harris. Comedian Jessica Williams of The Daily Show will offer her pointed insights on our political scene – just a few days after the elections.
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Restorative Justice Offers a Powerful Alternative to Prisons and Jails

Published: 
Monday, October 24, 2016
Restorative justice provides an alternative that can help break the cycle of over-incarceration for many offenses.  Restorative practices focus on repairing the harm that has been done, rather than simply punishing someone who has committed an offense by locking them up.
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