50th Anniversary Memories

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2016 is the 50th anniversary of the ACLU of Nebraska. We will feature several memories from our five decades of defending freedom in the Cornhusker state here. Do you have a favorite memory? Share it with us!

Victim gets denied access to her own rape kit

Back in June of 2004, a sexual assault was reported to the Lincoln Police Department. Nearly 10 years went by with no information being shared with the alleged victim -  the case was still marked open even though charges had never been filed.

June 9, 2016

Stopping Discrimination at the DMV

Going to the DMV to receive or renew your drivers’ license is always a hassle. However, those who are racial minorities or transgender face the added trouble of prejudice.

December 15, 2016

Years of Protecting Women's Reproductive Freedom

For years, women’s reproductive rights have been a hot-button issue in our political system. In the aughts, we have seen the government go both forward and back in instituting laws that allow women the freedom of deciding what is best for their own bodies.

December 1, 2016