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Is the ACLU good for America?

Since its creation on Jan. 19, 1920, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has often been at the center of controversy and public debate. They have taken on issues ranging from abortion, the death penalty, and immigration to religious displays, drug policy, and the war on terror. In fact, the ACLU has appeared before the US Supreme Court more times than anyone except the US Department of Justice.

ACLU proponents say the ACLU is the country's leading watchdog in protecting the civil liberties, freedoms, and rights of all people. They say the ACLU preserves the Constitution by defending liberty against government abuse and illegal policies.

Their opponents say the ACLU is a left-wing organization that uses the courts to subvert the Constitution, protect criminals, and attack religion. They contend that the ACLU advances an extremist agenda, and is a threat to the United States.

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Pros & Cons by Category

CORE QUESTION

Is the ACLU good for America?

Right to Privacy

Abortion

Birth Control

DNA Database

Religion

Religion and Religious Holidays

Religion and Government

Religion in Public Schools

Discrimination

Race

Gender

Disability

Sexual Preference/Orientation

Immigrants

National Security

USA PATRIOT Act

War on Terror

Criminal Justice System

Freedom of Expression

Free Speech

Hate and Offensive Speech

Other Issues

Boy Scouts

Voting Rights

Political Affiliations

Second Amendment

Prostitution

Physician-Assisted Suicide

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