News & Commentary

May 06, 2022

Fines and Fees: The Financial Roadblock to Second Chances

This guest blog post is submitted by the Delaware Campaign to End Debtors’ Prison. Learn more about their work at FinesAndFeesDE.org.

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May 02, 2022

Mandatory Expungement Eligibility Guide

Thanks to reforms in recent years, the number of records that are eligible for mandatory expungement has grown significantly. Learn more about what cases are eligible for mandatory expungement and how to start the process below.

By John Reynolds, Morgan R. Kelly

Mandatory Expungement Eligibility Guide
Apr 28, 2022

Now Available: Spring/Summer 2022 Newsletter

Our latest newsletter issue is packed with important updates, unique perspectives, and a couple of introductions to new faces at ACLU-DE! Read your Connection today.

By Morgan R. Kelly

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Apr 27, 2022

Tell your neighbors, grab a friend, and get out and vote on May 10th!

This guest blog post is submitted by Dr. Terri Hodges, a parent in the Caesar Rodney School District.

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Apr 25, 2022

2022 Kandler Award Nominations

Now accepting nominations for the 2022 Kandler Awards!

By Melissa Connelly

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Apr 25, 2022

New Resource Alert – Introducing VoteDelaware.org!

At the ACLU of Delaware, we believe that an informed voter is an empowered voter. That’s why we’re excited to share our new voter information website, VoteDelaware.org – created in partnership with First State Action Fund and S.A.F.E. Schools Delaware. 

By Meera Devotta

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Apr 22, 2022

Same-Day Registration (HB 25) is a Step Towards Combating Voter Suppression in Delaware

As HB 25, the same-day registration bill sponsored by Rep. Sherry Dorsey Walker, is set to arrive on the House floor, the argument for same-day registration in Delaware is more crucial than ever – and we need your help.

By Meera Devotta

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Apr 15, 2022

Now Hiring: Summer Law Clerk

Update: This position is now closed.

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Apr 15, 2022

Don’t Cover Up Controversy — Talk About It

Smyrna administrators have an opportunity to model civility, inclusion, and leaning in to difficult conversations. Let's talk about it.

By Mike Brickner

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