Civil Liberties
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Donald Trump’s Dangerous Views on Disability and the Power to Think Differently
People with disabilities have the potential to live rich and fulfilling lives – but first others need to share that belief.
Civil Society, Under Threat Worldwide, Needs a General Comment on the Right to Freedom of Association
Civil society and its allies need tools to push back against rising threats worldwide, and the U.N. Human Rights Committee can furnish an important one: a General Comment on the…
Collecting Just Security’s Analysis of the Supreme Court’s Term
A collection of legal and policy analysis of key cases from the Supreme Court's tumultuous term.
Azerbaijan’s Aliyev Extends Arbitrary Detentions Even as He Prepares to Host Global Climate Conference COP29
Gubad Ibadoghlu's case represents a trend of falsely imprisoning human rights defenders that casts a shadow on a premier annual gathering.
The Supreme Court Seemed to Punt on Social Media and the First Amendment. It Actually Protected Content Moderation.
The NetChoice ruling points to increased oversight by using narrow disclosure laws to shed light on how social media companies operate.
The Undesirable Journey of Vladimir Kara-Murza: Challenging Russia’s Repression
His case and the cause of freedom he pursues highlight the need for greater efforts by Russian civil society and the international community.
Beyond AI Safety Narratives: How to Craft Tech-Agnostic and Neo-Luddite Futures
It is essential to take a tech-agnostic and neo-Luddite approach to challenge the power accumulated by the architects of AI.
Welcoming the Persecuted is an American Value
Welcoming people fleeing persecution represents a core value of the United States.
Not Just Trump: America’s Growing Problem With Race
Trump's divisive use of race and the lack of pushback from establishment Republicans are manifestations of a larger enduring trend in America.
Invite Afghanistan’s Majority to the Table at Doha Envoy Talks
The Taliban appear set to attend, in a UN capitulation to their demands to exclude Afghan women and civil society.
AI at the Border: Racialized Impacts and Implications
The use of AI in immigration enforcement poses a growing risk to marginalized communities.
Children’s Personal Photos Are Powering AI Exploitation
Children deserve privacy. They deserve to safely learn, grow, and play online, without fear that their identities might be stolen and weaponized against them.