Civil Liberties: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Why is Marijuana Illegal?
Why is marijuana illegal? Find out inside.
Why is marijuana illegal? Find out inside.
Pro-Life vs. Pro-Choice
The pro-life vs pro-choice debate is central to American social policy, religion, and culture. Learn why here.
The pro-life vs pro-choice debate is central to American social policy, religion, and culture. Learn why here.
History of Prostitution
An illustrated timeline documenting the history of prostitution, from ancient Mesopotamia to the present.
An illustrated timeline documenting the history of prostitution, from ancient Mesopotamia to the present.
Death by Beheading
A history and description of execution by beheading, including guillotine executions.
A history and description of execution by beheading, including guillotine executions.
What is Abortion?
What is abortion? Find out here.
What is abortion? Find out here.
The Electric Chair
A history and description of electric chair executions.
A history and description of electric chair executions.
Gas Chamber Executions
A history and description of gas chamber executions.
A history and description of gas chamber executions.
Execution by Firing Squad
A history and description of firing squad executions.
A history and description of firing squad executions.
Death by Hanging
A history and description of the gallows (used for hanging executions).
A history and description of the gallows (used for hanging executions).
Yes to Gay Marriage
A formidable pro-gay marriage article on legal gay marriage supporting a pro-same sex marriage position in opposition to the Federal Marriage Amendment.
A formidable pro-gay marriage article on legal gay marriage supporting a pro-same sex marriage position in opposition to the Federal Marriage Amendment.
Death by Stoning
A history and description of stoning to death.
A history and description of stoning to death.
The Ninth Amendment
The text, origins, and meaning of the Ninth Amendment, which protects rights not explicitly specified elsewhere in the Constitution.
The text, origins, and meaning of the Ninth Amendment, which protects rights not explicitly specified elsewhere in the Constitution.
Why is Abortion Legal?
Why is abortion legal in the United States? Tom Head explains.
Why is abortion legal in the United States? Tom Head explains.
Defending Same-Sex Marriage
The American Family Association has published ten arguments against same-sex marriage. Unfortunately for the AFA, none of these arguments hold water.
The American Family Association has published ten arguments against same-sex marriage. Unfortunately for the AFA, none of these arguments hold water.
The Fifth Amendment
The text, origins, and meaning of the Fifth Amendment, which governs confessions and protects property rights, among other things.
The text, origins, and meaning of the Fifth Amendment, which governs confessions and protects property rights, among other things.
The Eighth Amendment
The text, origins, and meaning of Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects defendants from cruel and unusual punishment.
The text, origins, and meaning of Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects defendants from cruel and unusual punishment.
Lethal Injection
A history and description of death by lethal injection procedures.
A history and description of death by lethal injection procedures.
Top 10 Anti-Abortion Myths
A list of ten persistent myths spread by some activists within the anti-abortion movement.
A list of ten persistent myths spread by some activists within the anti-abortion movement.
Will Cigarettes Be Banned?
Does Congress have the power to ban cigarettes and, if so, should it exercise that power?
Does Congress have the power to ban cigarettes and, if so, should it exercise that power?
Death by Crucifixion
A history and description of death by crucifixion, including Roman crucifixions.
A history and description of death by crucifixion, including Roman crucifixions.
Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights, as we call the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, is the centerpiece of the civil liberties debate in the United States.
The Bill of Rights, as we call the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, is the centerpiece of the civil liberties debate in the United States.
The Second Amendment
The text, origins, and meaning of the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects the right to bear arms.
The text, origins, and meaning of the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects the right to bear arms.
The Gay Rights Movement
An illustrated history of the American gay rights movement.
An illustrated history of the American gay rights movement.
History of Feminism
A history of feminism in the United States. Includes illustrations and links to further resources on specific events.
A history of feminism in the United States. Includes illustrations and links to further resources on specific events.
The Bill of Rights: Important?
The importance of the Bill of Rights isn't as obvious as it might first appear.
The importance of the Bill of Rights isn't as obvious as it might first appear.
Flag Burning Laws
Information about laws banning the burning and other desecration of the American flag, Texas v. Johnson, the Flag Protection Act, and the Flag Desecration Amendment.
Information about laws banning the burning and other desecration of the American flag, Texas v. Johnson, the Flag Protection Act, and the Flag Desecration Amendment.
The Death Penalty Debate
An illustrated guide to the death penalty debate in America.
An illustrated guide to the death penalty debate in America.
The Sixth Amendment
The text, origins, and meaning of the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects suspects' rights to a jury, to a speedy trial, and to an attorney.
The text, origins, and meaning of the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects suspects' rights to a jury, to a speedy trial, and to an attorney.
Saddam Hussein's War Crimes
An overview of Saddam Hussein's crimes against humanity. From the time of the July 1978 decree condemning his political enemies to his eventual capture, Iraqi president Saddam Hussein was one of the most brutal dictators on Earth.
An overview of Saddam Hussein's crimes against humanity. From the time of the July 1978 decree condemning his political enemies to his eventual capture, Iraqi president Saddam Hussein was one of the most brutal dictators on Earth.
The Tenth Amendment
The text, origins, and meaning of the Tenth Amendment, which protects states' rights.
The text, origins, and meaning of the Tenth Amendment, which protects states' rights.
American Torture Techniques
The Bush administration has been accused of using "torture-lite," or "moderate physical pressure," against detainees. In practical terms, what are the American torture techniques?
The Bush administration has been accused of using "torture-lite," or "moderate physical pressure," against detainees. In practical terms, what are the American torture techniques?
Top 10 Pro-Choice Quotes
Ten quotes that remind me why I'm pro-choice.
Ten quotes that remind me why I'm pro-choice.
Abortion Legal in Every State?
Is abortion now legal in every state? Tom Head explains.
Is abortion now legal in every state? Tom Head explains.
Current Supreme Court Justices
Profiles of current Supreme Court justices.
Profiles of current Supreme Court justices.
History of Racial Profiling
History of Racial Profiling - An Illustrated History of Racial Profiling in the United States
History of Racial Profiling - An Illustrated History of Racial Profiling in the United States
The First Amendment
The First Amendment and its text, origins, and meanings. Includes links to information on specific clauses.
The First Amendment and its text, origins, and meanings. Includes links to information on specific clauses.
New Gay Marriage States
These states may soon allow legal gay marriages or new gay civil unions. Some of them already allow civil unions but are considering same-sex marriages, while others currently ban both but may soon allow civil unions.
These states may soon allow legal gay marriages or new gay civil unions. Some of them already allow civil unions but are considering same-sex marriages, while others currently ban both but may soon allow civil unions.
The Seventh Amendment
The text, origins, and meaning of the Seventh Amendment, which protects the right to trial by jury in tort actions.
The text, origins, and meaning of the Seventh Amendment, which protects the right to trial by jury in tort actions.
Defining Institutional Racism
Definition of the term "institutional racism."
Definition of the term "institutional racism."
Third-Wave Feminism
Third-wave feminism and the future of the feminist movement.
Third-wave feminism and the future of the feminist movement.
Georgia v. Randolph (2006)
On March 22nd, 2006, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled by a 5-3 margin in Georgia v. Randolph that the Fourth Amendment gives tenants the authority to refuse to consent to a house search, even if one or more co-tenants has granted permission.
On March 22nd, 2006, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled by a 5-3 margin in Georgia v. Randolph that the Fourth Amendment gives tenants the authority to refuse to consent to a house search, even if one or more co-tenants has granted permission.
Government Surveillance and the Fourth Amendment
An overview of government surveillance and the Fourth Amendment.
An overview of government surveillance and the Fourth Amendment.
Three Common Views on Abortion
The three most common opinions and views on abortion rights.
The three most common opinions and views on abortion rights.
Lesbian and Gay Adoption Rights
Civil rights issues affecting same-sex couples who are attempting to adopt.
Civil rights issues affecting same-sex couples who are attempting to adopt.
Why I Support Amnesty
The history of undocumented Mexican-American immigration in the United States shows us why immigrant amnesty is the only fair response.
The history of undocumented Mexican-American immigration in the United States shows us why immigrant amnesty is the only fair response.
History of the Civil Rights Era (1954-1968)
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
Does a Fetus Have Rights?
Does the fetus have rights? Yes, up to a point.
Does the fetus have rights? Yes, up to a point.
Abortion Rights
Abortion rights explained from a civil liberties perspective. Includes links to rulings, quotations, and relevant organizations.
Abortion rights explained from a civil liberties perspective. Includes links to rulings, quotations, and relevant organizations.
The Fourth Amendment
The text, origins, and meaning of the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
The text, origins, and meaning of the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Who Wrote the First Amendment?
Who wrote the First Amendment? Find out inside.
Who wrote the First Amendment? Find out inside.
History of Slavery in the United States (1808-1865)
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
Kelo v. New London (2005)
This controversial Supreme Court eminent domain case, Kelo v. New London, changed eminent domain law in the United States.
This controversial Supreme Court eminent domain case, Kelo v. New London, changed eminent domain law in the United States.
Libertarian Party Platform
The Libertarian Party Platform explained on a single page.
The Libertarian Party Platform explained on a single page.
History of Censorship
An illustrated timeline of censorship in the United States.
An illustrated timeline of censorship in the United States.
History of the War on Drugs
A timeline history of the War on Drugs.
A timeline history of the War on Drugs.
It Happened Here
An illustrated history of the first Red Scare, the most totalitarian period in U.S. history, which led activists to form the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
An illustrated history of the first Red Scare, the most totalitarian period in U.S. history, which led activists to form the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
Human Rights in North Korea
A human rights profile of the government of North Korea, known as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), which is guilty of systemic human rights abuses and human rights violations.
A human rights profile of the government of North Korea, known as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), which is guilty of systemic human rights abuses and human rights violations.
History of the Atlantic Slave Trade in America (1528-1807)
By the time European explorers began to colonize the New World in the 15th and 16th centuries, African slavery had already been accepted as a fact of life. For centuries, white European culture was built on the idea that when you see a dark-skinned person, her or his primary purpose is to be a subservient laborer. American and European society has only slowly moved away from this dynamic, and as a result we all still live under a disproportionately race-based system of social stratification.
By the time European explorers began to colonize the New World in the 15th and 16th centuries, African slavery had already been accepted as a fact of life. For centuries, white European culture was built on the idea that when you see a dark-skinned person, her or his primary purpose is to be a subservient laborer. American and European society has only slowly moved away from this dynamic, and as a result we all still live under a disproportionately race-based system of social stratification.
Supreme Court Cases: 2006-2007
Profiles of key civil liberties cases of the Supreme Court's 2006-2007 term.
Profiles of key civil liberties cases of the Supreme Court's 2006-2007 term.
Is Abortion Murder?
Is abortion murder? Some critics of the procedure say yes, but let's examine that a little more carefully.
Is abortion murder? Some critics of the procedure say yes, but let's examine that a little more carefully.
Workplace Discrimination
Information on workplace discrimination issues affecting lesbians, gay men, and bisexuals.
Information on workplace discrimination issues affecting lesbians, gay men, and bisexuals.
The Third Amendment
The Third Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which prohibits the forced quartering of soldiers.
The Third Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which prohibits the forced quartering of soldiers.
Supreme Court Central
A complete illustrated guide to the U.S. Supreme Court, including biographies and information on past, present, and future cases.
A complete illustrated guide to the U.S. Supreme Court, including biographies and information on past, present, and future cases.
Chief Justice John Roberts
A biography of John G. Roberts, current Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of John G. Roberts, current Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Racial Discrimination
An illustrated guide to present-day civil rights issues and racial discrimination.
An illustrated guide to present-day civil rights issues and racial discrimination.
Against Racial Profiling
The top 7 arguments against racial profiling.
The top 7 arguments against racial profiling.
Women's Rights Issues
An illustrated guide to current women's rights issues.
An illustrated guide to current women's rights issues.
A Right to Bear Arms?
Does the Second Amendment protect the right to bear arms? The debate hinges on the meaning of two commas.
Does the Second Amendment protect the right to bear arms? The debate hinges on the meaning of two commas.
Should We Ban Human Cloning?
Should human cloning be banned? Tom Head weighs the pros and cons.
Should human cloning be banned? Tom Head weighs the pros and cons.
What is Illegal Immigration?
What is illegal question? Tom Head explains.
What is illegal question? Tom Head explains.
Racist Supreme Court Rulings
Ten astonishingly racist Supreme Court rulings.
Ten astonishingly racist Supreme Court rulings.
History of the Early Civil Rights Movement (1921-1953)
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
History of the Early Jim Crow Era (1866-1920)
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
The 8 Worst Presidents Ever
The 8 worst presidents ever on civil liberties issues.
The 8 worst presidents ever on civil liberties issues.
Lesbians and Gay Men in the Military
Information on discrimination against lesbians and gay men who would like to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Information on discrimination against lesbians and gay men who would like to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Associate Justice Stephen Breyer
A biography of Stephen Breyer, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of Stephen Breyer, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Electric Chair Executions
Famous electric chair executions in the United States, from William Kemmler to Ted Bundy and beyond.
Famous electric chair executions in the United States, from William Kemmler to Ted Bundy and beyond.
The Establishment Clause
A history and description of the establishment clause, which guarantees separation of church and state.
A history and description of the establishment clause, which guarantees separation of church and state.
Death Penalty and Christianity
How is the death penalty viewed within Christianity? How have Christian perspectives on capital punishment changed over time?
How is the death penalty viewed within Christianity? How have Christian perspectives on capital punishment changed over time?
Associate Justice Samuel Alito
A biography of Samuel Alito, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of Samuel Alito, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Is Torture Justified?
Is torture justified? It isn't necessarily an easy question.
Is torture justified? It isn't necessarily an easy question.
Abortion in the Bible
Abortion is addressed indirectly in the Bible. What does the Bible have to say about the procedure?
Abortion is addressed indirectly in the Bible. What does the Bible have to say about the procedure?
Supreme Court Cases: 2007-2008
Profiles of key civil liberties cases of the Supreme Court's 2007-2008 term.
Profiles of key civil liberties cases of the Supreme Court's 2007-2008 term.
The Execution of Angel Diaz
The botched lethal injection of Angel Diaz led Florida, and perhaps California and Maryland, to declare moratoria on capital punishment while courts and commissions examine the constitutionality of existing lethal injection protocols.
The botched lethal injection of Angel Diaz led Florida, and perhaps California and Maryland, to declare moratoria on capital punishment while courts and commissions examine the constitutionality of existing lethal injection protocols.
Associate Justice John Paul Stevens
A biography of John Paul Stevens, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of John Paul Stevens, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
If Roe v. Wade Were Overturned
What would happen if Roe v. Wade were overturned?
What would happen if Roe v. Wade were overturned?
Intelligent Design Controversy
Should intelligent design be taught in public schools?
Should intelligent design be taught in public schools?
Associate Justice Anthony Kennedy
A biography of Anthony M. Kennedy, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of Anthony M. Kennedy, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Future of Abortion Rights
What the abortion rights debate might be like in 2012.
What the abortion rights debate might be like in 2012.
Top 10 Death Penalty Blogs
Looking for blogs on capital punishment, the death penalty, and the Eighth Amendment? Here's a list of ten great ones, including Abolishthe Death Penalty, the Lonely Abolitionist, Project Hope, and more.
Looking for blogs on capital punishment, the death penalty, and the Eighth Amendment? Here's a list of ten great ones, including Abolishthe Death Penalty, the Lonely Abolitionist, Project Hope, and more.
The Baldwin Years (1920-1950)
An illustrated history of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) under the leadership of Roger Nash Baldwin, including his response to the Palmer Raids, the Scopes monkey trial, and the creation of the Japan Civil Liberties Union (JCLU).
An illustrated history of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) under the leadership of Roger Nash Baldwin, including his response to the Palmer Raids, the Scopes monkey trial, and the creation of the Japan Civil Liberties Union (JCLU).
Human Rights in Iran
A human rights profile of the government of Iran, which is guilty of systemic human rights abuses and human rights violations.
A human rights profile of the government of Iran, which is guilty of systemic human rights abuses and human rights violations.
Racial Profiling and Terrorism
A guide to racial profiling and terrorism in the War on Terror.
A guide to racial profiling and terrorism in the War on Terror.
Sodomy Laws
An overview of anti-gay U.S. laws banning sodomy and other forms of "unnatural intercourse."
An overview of anti-gay U.S. laws banning sodomy and other forms of "unnatural intercourse."
Heteronormativity
What is heteronormativity? Read this definition.
What is heteronormativity? Read this definition.
Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
A biography of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Hamdan v. Rumsfeld (2006)
This Supreme Court decision, Hamdan v. Rumsfeld, covered enemy combatants under the Geneva Conventions.
This Supreme Court decision, Hamdan v. Rumsfeld, covered enemy combatants under the Geneva Conventions.
Sarah Palin on Civil Liberties
Sarah Palin's civil liberties platform on issues including abortion, gay rights, and immigration.
Sarah Palin's civil liberties platform on issues including abortion, gay rights, and immigration.
Associate Justice Antonin Scalia
A biography of Antonin Scalia, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of Antonin Scalia, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Supreme Court Cases: 2008-2009
Profiles of key civil liberties cases of the Supreme Court's 2008-2009 term.
Profiles of key civil liberties cases of the Supreme Court's 2008-2009 term.
History of the Electric Chair
A single-page summary of the electric chair's origins and history.
A single-page summary of the electric chair's origins and history.
Big Brother is Watching
An illustrated history of government surveillance programs.
An illustrated history of government surveillance programs.
Why Laws Exist
A description of the five major reasons why laws exist.
A description of the five major reasons why laws exist.
Associate Justice David Souter
A biography of David H. Souter, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of David H. Souter, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
American Torture
An overview of American torture in the War on Terror.
An overview of American torture in the War on Terror.
Project Echelon (1947-present)
For more than 60 years, Project Echelon has been a mysterious part of our government's intelligence-gathering network.
For more than 60 years, Project Echelon has been a mysterious part of our government's intelligence-gathering network.
Health Care and Human Rights
Is universal health care a human right?
Is universal health care a human right?
The War on Drugs
Facts about the War on Drugs.
Facts about the War on Drugs.
Is the Death Penalty Murder?
Is the death penalty murder?
Is the death penalty murder?
What are civil liberties?
What are civil liberties? From Civil Liberties 101, frequently asked questions (FAQ) about civil rights and civil liberties.
What are civil liberties? From Civil Liberties 101, frequently asked questions (FAQ) about civil rights and civil liberties.
Gay Marriage and Civil Unions
Information on gay marriage and civil unions from a civil rights perspective.
Information on gay marriage and civil unions from a civil rights perspective.
Top 10 "Obscene" Classics
Ten great literary classics that were targeted by obscenity trials. Includes James Joyce's "Ulysses," D.H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover," Gustave Flaubert's "Madame Bovary," Arundhati Roy's "The God of Small Things," Allan Ginsberg's "Howl and Other Poems," William S. Burroughs' "Naked Lunch," Henry Miller's "Tropic of Cancer," Radclyffe Hall's "The Well of Loneliness," John Cleland's "Fanny Hill," and more.
Ten great literary classics that were targeted by obscenity trials. Includes James Joyce's "Ulysses," D.H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover," Gustave Flaubert's "Madame Bovary," Arundhati Roy's "The God of Small Things," Allan Ginsberg's "Howl and Other Poems," William S. Burroughs' "Naked Lunch," Henry Miller's "Tropic of Cancer," Radclyffe Hall's "The Well of Loneliness," John Cleland's "Fanny Hill," and more.
History of the Civil Rights Backlash (1969-1992)
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
Safford v. Redding (2009)
Summing up Safford v. Redding (2009), the U.S. Supreme Court school strip search case.
Summing up Safford v. Redding (2009), the U.S. Supreme Court school strip search case.
Is Marriage a Civil Right?
Why marriage is a civil right, with constitutional references.
Why marriage is a civil right, with constitutional references.
Associate Justice Clarence Thomas
A biography of Clarence Thomas, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of Clarence Thomas, Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Forced Sterilization
A history of forced sterilization in the United States.
A history of forced sterilization in the United States.
Defining Libertarian
What is a libertarian?
What is a libertarian?
Imperial Presidency 101
A profile of the concept of the imperial presidency and the unitary executive theory.
A profile of the concept of the imperial presidency and the unitary executive theory.
Heterosexism
Definition of heterosexism.
Definition of heterosexism.
History of the Modern Civil Rights Movement (1993-)
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
U.S. participation in the international slave trade ended in 1808, but the institution of chattel slavery dragged on in the United States for another 57 years and ended only after a massive and bloody regional civil war.
Why Do People Need Government?
Why do people need government, and why is government important? Tom Head explains.
Why do people need government, and why is government important? Tom Head explains.
Habeas Corpus
Definition of habeas corpus.
Definition of habeas corpus.
Privacy After 9/11
A complete guide to privacy after 9/11, including government surveillance scandals involving wiretapping, telephone databases, and mail searches.
A complete guide to privacy after 9/11, including government surveillance scandals involving wiretapping, telephone databases, and mail searches.
The Democratic Party
An overview of the Democratic Party and where it stands on civil liberties issues.
An overview of the Democratic Party and where it stands on civil liberties issues.
Rights of the Homeless
Overview of civil rights issues affecting homeless persons.
Overview of civil rights issues affecting homeless persons.
Abridged: Roe v. Wade (1973)
Looking for the text of the Supreme Court's ruling in Roe v. Wade (1973), the case that made abortion legal in the United States? Here it is!
Looking for the text of the Supreme Court's ruling in Roe v. Wade (1973), the case that made abortion legal in the United States? Here it is!
Civil Liberties - Issues
An index of Issues for the Civil Liberties guide site.
An index of Issues for the Civil Liberties guide site.
History of Civil Liberties
A short history of American civil liberties.
A short history of American civil liberties.
The Malin Years (1950-1963)
An illustrated history of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) under the leadership of Patrick Murphy Malin (1950-1963), including discussion of the persecution of Corliss Lamont and the subsequent formation of the Emergency Civil Liberties Union.
An illustrated history of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) under the leadership of Patrick Murphy Malin (1950-1963), including discussion of the persecution of Corliss Lamont and the subsequent formation of the Emergency Civil Liberties Union.
Blood, Sperm, and Bone Marrow Donations
Information on current policies preventing gay men from donating blood and other tissues.
Information on current policies preventing gay men from donating blood and other tissues.
Justice Samuel Alito
A biography of Associate Justice Samuel Alito of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of Associate Justice Samuel Alito of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Reproductive Rights 101
The birth control controversy and its implications for reproductive rights.
The birth control controversy and its implications for reproductive rights.
Transgender
What is transgender status? Read the definition of transgender here.
What is transgender status? Read the definition of transgender here.
DC v. Heller (2008)
Explaining the Supreme Court's ruling in the District of Columbia v. Heller (2008) handgun case, the first Supreme Court case since 1939 to deal directly with the Second Amendment.
Explaining the Supreme Court's ruling in the District of Columbia v. Heller (2008) handgun case, the first Supreme Court case since 1939 to deal directly with the Second Amendment.
Civil Unions
Definition of civil unions.
Definition of civil unions.
The PATRIOT Act and Civil Liberties
A guide to the PATRIOT Act and its civil liberties implications.
A guide to the PATRIOT Act and its civil liberties implications.
National Rifle Association
A profile of the National Rifle Association (NRA).
A profile of the National Rifle Association (NRA).
American Xenophobia
A short illustrated history of xenophobia in the United States.
A short illustrated history of xenophobia in the United States.
Gonzales v. Carhart (2007)
A summary of Gonzales v. Carhart (2007), the "partial birth" abortion case.
A summary of Gonzales v. Carhart (2007), the "partial birth" abortion case.
Manadel al-Jamadi Crucifixion
Manadel al-Jamadi was tortured to death by U.S. interrogators at Abu Ghraib Prison on November 4, 2003.
Manadel al-Jamadi was tortured to death by U.S. interrogators at Abu Ghraib Prison on November 4, 2003.
Chief Justice John Roberts
A biography of Chief Justice John Roberts of the U.S. Supreme Court.
A biography of Chief Justice John Roberts of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Torture in the United States
A timeline documenting the history of torture in the United States.
A timeline documenting the history of torture in the United States.
Stare Decisis
Stare decisis definition.
Stare decisis definition.
History of Guantanamo Bay
A short history of the detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, with emphasis on post-9/11 use.
A short history of the detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, with emphasis on post-9/11 use.
What is the Bill of Rights?
What is the Bill of Rights? Find out here.
What is the Bill of Rights? Find out here.
Top 10 Feminist Blogs
Looking for blogs on feminism, women's rights, and civil liberties? Here's a list of ten great ones, including Feministing, Echidne of the Snakes, the Happy Feminist, and more.
Looking for blogs on feminism, women's rights, and civil liberties? Here's a list of ten great ones, including Feministing, Echidne of the Snakes, the Happy Feminist, and more.
Boumediene v. Bush (2008)
Boumediene v. Bush (2008), the U.S. Supreme Court ruling pertaining to the habeas corpus rights of enemy combatants at Guantanamo Bay, explained in a single page.
Boumediene v. Bush (2008), the U.S. Supreme Court ruling pertaining to the habeas corpus rights of enemy combatants at Guantanamo Bay, explained in a single page.
Shirin Ebadi
A profile of Iranian feminist Shirin Ebadi, recipient of the 2003 Nobel Peace Prize.
A profile of Iranian feminist Shirin Ebadi, recipient of the 2003 Nobel Peace Prize.
Why the Fathers Founded
A look at the ten British civil liberties violations that helped cause the American Revolution.
A look at the ten British civil liberties violations that helped cause the American Revolution.