We lobby the legislature. We educate citizens of all ages about their rights and responsibilities. Over that time, ACLU has established a reputation for providing reliable testimony and persuasive argument.
Board members share the responsibility testifying before committees and working in coalitions.
In the 2001 session, ACLU testified on over 50 bills - and none of the most threatening bills made it passed transmittal. Sometimes we are the lone opponents, taking a principled stand that sometimes carries the day in a non-partisan way. We also have demonstrated reliable leadership in forming coalitions. We have successfully done so in fighting censorship, defending reproductive freedom, and protecting minority rights from the tyranny of the majority. We publish an informative quarterly newsletter, which covers activities within the affiliate.