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A New Phase in Civil Liberties Advocacy: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going
For decades, the ACLU of New Mexico has worked alongside communities to defend civil liberties and expand the promise of the constitution. Today, with fundamental freedoms under intensifying attack and the stakes for our democracy higher than ever, that work has never been more urgent.
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Dec 20, 2018
The Future We Believe In
A bold plan to transform the landscape of freedom in the post-Martinez era
By Peter Simonson
Aug 22, 2018
Smart Justice: Opening Doors and Breaking Down Barriers
On June 29, Franky Gonzales left the Bernalillo County Clerk’s office with tears streaming down his face.
By Barron Jones
Aug 09, 2018
Paul Haidle on Smart Justice
"I believe that there can be no reconciliation without admitting hard truths about the roots of our criminal justice system..."
Jul 17, 2018
A Chance For Change: Ideas for criminal justice reform in New Mexico are stewing this summer ahead of next year's legislative session
Nine years after his release from prison, Barron Jones has become a leading advocate for criminal justice reform in New Mexico.
May 16, 2018
Constitutional Rights Are Not the Enemy of Public Safety
It was a waking nightmare for Joy Morales. For 49 days, she languished behind bars in two separate states for a crime she didn’t commit. She could easily prove it wasn’t her, but no one would listen.
By Katie Hoeppner
Oct 17, 2017
Smoke, Mirrors and Very High Profits: For the bail bond industry, crime often pays
The only thing the bail industry protects is its bottom line. Bringing in about $2 billion a year nationally, its wealth and political influence is vast.
By Paul Haidle
Sep 22, 2017
Photo Essay: Changing the conversation around incarceration through art
We partnered with local artist Eric Martinez and Warehouse 508 to bring renowned muralist Emanuel Martinez to Albuquerque to paint in 508 Mural Fest. Both formerly-incarcerated artists collaborate on a mural that seeks to reduce the negative stigma around incarceration and inspire hope for change .
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