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Landmark civil rights settlement ends after Whatcom County Jail successfully implements program to provide medications necessary to treat opioid use disorder

News Release, Published: 
Monday, August 1, 2022
A landmark civil rights settlement between the ACLU of Washington and Whatcom County concluded this May after the county successfully started and implemented a program to provide medications necessary to treat opioid use disorder to individuals in the Whatcom County Jail.  
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The power of the prosecutor: The basics 

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Thursday, July 28, 2022
Prosecutors’ choices play a huge role in people’s lives, but many do not understand the enormous power this office has.
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[CLOSED] Legislative Director

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
The American Civil Liberties Union of Washington (ACLU-WA) is seeking an experienced lobbyist to advance its civil liberties and civil rights legislative agenda in the state capitol and to ensure effective engagement with executive branch agencies, local governmental bodies, and our Congressional delegation.
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How an algorithm can keep you from a job — or keep you from benefits if you lose your job.

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022
If you’re looking for a job today or are one of the millions of people who rely on unemployment assistance, there’s a chance you’ll encounter and be affected by an algorithm and automated decision-making system (ADS) somewhere in the process — even if you don’t realize it.
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[CLOSED] IT Support Technician

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Friday, July 8, 2022
ACLU-WA is seeking an IT Support Technician for our Seattle office. This role will be responsible for providing internal technical support and taking an active role in the maintenance of ACLU-WA’s IT infrastructure. The position reports directly to the IT Director.
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ACLU of Washington Comment on Close of Inquest into the Death of Charleena Lyles

News Release, Published: 
Thursday, July 7, 2022
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Summer Reading List 2022

Document, Published: 
Thursday, July 7, 2022
The ACLU of Washington presents our annual summer reading recommendations, featuring diverse authors whose works are deepening our knowledge, challenging our thinking, and inspiring us to action.
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Vote Center

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Thursday, June 30, 2022
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[CLOSED] Information and Referral Specialist

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
ACLU-WA is seeking a full-time Information and Referral Specialist for the Information and Referral Program (IRP).
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ACLU Comment on Supreme Court Decision in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District

News Release, Published: 
Monday, June 27, 2022
The Supreme Court significantly eroded the separation of church and state in public schools.
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Supreme Court Issues Devastating Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade 

News Release, Published: 
Friday, June 24, 2022
The Supreme Court issued a shameful ruling today overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey — landmark decisions recognizing the constitutional right to abortion.
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