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May 27, 2026
May 27, 2026
California Supreme Court Orders Historic Challenge to Death Penalty to Move Forward
The order recognizes the compelling evidence establishing that California’s death penalty is administered in a racially discriminatory manner.
Court Cases:
Office of State Public Defender et al. v. Bonta
May 13, 2026
May 13, 2026
ACLU Report Finds Sacramento Police Disproportionately Stopped Black People for Traffic Violations
Black and Latino drivers were more likely to be searched
Jun 26, 2025
Dec 10, 2024
Nov 12, 2024
Nov 08, 2024
Nov 07, 2024
Nov 07, 2024
ACLU California Action on Reelection of Donald Trump
“We remain resolute in our defense of California values”
Nov 06, 2024
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