Protecting Community One Neighbor at a Time

The story of an Arizona resident who stood up for people’s rights in her South Tucson neighborhood.

By Alex Gonzalez

Tucson protest against ICE and immigration enforcement

Understanding Arizona's Legislative Process: How a Bill Becomes Law

Learn more about how a bill becomes a law and the different stages it goes through at the Arizona legislature.

How to Become a Community Advocate at the Arizona State Legislature

Arizona Legislature 101: How State Government Affects YOU

Curious about how Arizona's legislature shapes your daily life? Learn about the key players, processes, and power behind Arizona's state government.

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Inside the System: Migrants Detail Harsh Realities of U.S. Custody

What immigrants endure in ICE detention is largely hidden from public view – until those who lived it speak up.

By Genesis Lara

Yohana Oviedo, media coordinator of the Kino Border Initiative, and immigration attorney Marla Pacheco visit the government-run migrant shelter in Nogales, Sonora on Dec. 9.

First Amendment 101: The Freedom to Petition and Assemble

Can you be arrested for holding a sign at a rally, marching with a crowd, or speaking out at a city council meeting?

By Angel Medina, Harrison Redmond

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First Amendment 101: The Freedom of Religion

What does the Constitution say about religion?

By Angel Medina, Katelynn Contreras

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2025 Legislative Recap

The Arizona legislature adjourned Sine Die on June 27, 2025. The ACLU of Arizona, our partners, and supporters responded to stop legislation that threatened civil rights and liberties. Together, we successfully made our state a better place to live for all Arizonans.

By Darrell Hill

Collage of people protesting outside of the Arizona State Capitol.

Border Communities Face New Risks Under Trump’s National Defense Areas

Vast swaths of public land are now treated as military bases, cutting off access, blurring the line between law enforcement and the military.

By Jonathan Blazer

U.S marines assist in securing the Southern Border in San Ysidro, California.

First Amendment 101: Freedom of the Press

Let’s talk about freedom of the press — what it is, why it matters, who it protects, and why it's under pressure once again.

By Angel Medina, Alex Gonzalez

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