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Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US arrests second student, imposes receivership' on Columbia University

The Trump administration equates student protests with terrorist support, leading to arrests and visa revocation for demonstrators.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Arizona governor vetoes bill that would have supported federal immigration efforts.

Protests against President Trump continue nationwide, reflecting ongoing public dissent over civil liberties, immigration, and government policies.
US news
fromKqed
1 month ago

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Allow Deportations Under Alien Enemies Act | KQED

The ACLU and Democracy Forward challenged the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act for removing individuals without due process.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Judge moves legal case of detained Tufts student to Vermont

Rü Meysa Öztürk's detention is being challenged as unconstitutional, focusing on free speech and due process violations.
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago
Left-wing politics

The Politics of Courage

Mohsen Mahdawi's defiance against deportation reflects a broader struggle against governmental overreach and the failure of institutions to protect civil liberties.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US arrests second student, imposes receivership' on Columbia University

The Trump administration equates student protests with terrorist support, leading to arrests and visa revocation for demonstrators.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Arizona governor vetoes bill that would have supported federal immigration efforts.

Protests against President Trump continue nationwide, reflecting ongoing public dissent over civil liberties, immigration, and government policies.
US news
fromKqed
1 month ago

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Allow Deportations Under Alien Enemies Act | KQED

The ACLU and Democracy Forward challenged the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act for removing individuals without due process.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Judge moves legal case of detained Tufts student to Vermont

Rü Meysa Öztürk's detention is being challenged as unconstitutional, focusing on free speech and due process violations.
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago
Left-wing politics

The Politics of Courage

Mohsen Mahdawi's defiance against deportation reflects a broader struggle against governmental overreach and the failure of institutions to protect civil liberties.
more#immigration
Social justice
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 days ago

Susan Herman reflects on RBG's legacy during fireside chat at Appellate Division

Professor Susan Herman emphasizes the enduring legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in advocating for civil liberties and women's rights.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

Overlooked No More: Joyce Brown, Whose Struggle Redefined the Rights of the Homeless

Joyce Brown's legal battle highlighted the rights of homeless individuals against involuntary psychiatric treatment.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
4 days ago

Freedom in an age of climate crisis and trade wars: Lessons from philosopher Immanuel Kant

Global commitment to sustainability and equality is in jeopardy due to rising autocracies and libertarian influences, as reflected in the U.S. political climate.
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Administration Officials Believe Order Lets Immigration Agents Enter Homes Without Warrants

Trump administration's use of an 18th-century law could allow warrantless home entries against undocumented immigrants, challenging civil liberties.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump Invokes the Alien Enemies Act, a Wartime Law, to Deport Venezuelans

Trump's executive order allows for the deportation of Venezuelan gang members under a historical law, potentially bypassing due process.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | The Supreme Court Ruled. Trump and the A.C.L.U. Both Claimed Victory. Huh?

The A.C.L.U. scored a major constitutional victory despite the Trump administration's procedural win regarding deportation policies.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

If leaders stay silent, the US won't survive Trump's next 100 days | Robert Reich

The Trump regime poses a significant threat to civil liberties and the rule of law in the United States.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Administration Officials Believe Order Lets Immigration Agents Enter Homes Without Warrants

Trump administration's use of an 18th-century law could allow warrantless home entries against undocumented immigrants, challenging civil liberties.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump Invokes the Alien Enemies Act, a Wartime Law, to Deport Venezuelans

Trump's executive order allows for the deportation of Venezuelan gang members under a historical law, potentially bypassing due process.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | The Supreme Court Ruled. Trump and the A.C.L.U. Both Claimed Victory. Huh?

The A.C.L.U. scored a major constitutional victory despite the Trump administration's procedural win regarding deportation policies.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

If leaders stay silent, the US won't survive Trump's next 100 days | Robert Reich

The Trump regime poses a significant threat to civil liberties and the rule of law in the United States.
more#trump-administration
#authoritarianism
US politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Chinese People Say Trump Is Acting Exactly Like Chairman Mao

Comparisons are being drawn between Trump's second term and China's Cultural Revolution, emphasizing concerns over authoritarianism and political control.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago

Opinion | Elon Musk's Legacy: DOGE's Construction of a Surveillance State

Elon Musk's influence leads to unprecedented surveillance efforts by the Trump administration, raising alarm about civil liberties.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Opinion | We Visited Rumeysa Ozturk in Detention.

Authoritarian tactics are resurfacing in the U.S. as evidenced by the detention of Rumeysa Ozturk without apparent cause or due process.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Chinese People Say Trump Is Acting Exactly Like Chairman Mao

Comparisons are being drawn between Trump's second term and China's Cultural Revolution, emphasizing concerns over authoritarianism and political control.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago

Opinion | Elon Musk's Legacy: DOGE's Construction of a Surveillance State

Elon Musk's influence leads to unprecedented surveillance efforts by the Trump administration, raising alarm about civil liberties.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Opinion | We Visited Rumeysa Ozturk in Detention.

Authoritarian tactics are resurfacing in the U.S. as evidenced by the detention of Rumeysa Ozturk without apparent cause or due process.
more#authoritarianism
#law-enforcement
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

This 'College Protester' Isn't Real. It's an AI-Powered Undercover Bot for Cops

Massive Blue is deploying AI to create social media personas for police surveillance on suspected criminals and activists.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

NY Civil Liberties Union's analysis shows marked increase in traffic stops, searches and seizures

NYPD traffic stops surged by 25% in 2024, exacerbated by racial disparities in enforcement against Black and Brown drivers.
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Biglaw Firms In League With Donald Trump Now Have To Defend Cops That Kill Black And Brown People - Above the Law

Trump's Executive Orders threaten civil liberties, increasing police powers and potential legal safeguards for law enforcement officers.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

This 'College Protester' Isn't Real. It's an AI-Powered Undercover Bot for Cops

Massive Blue is deploying AI to create social media personas for police surveillance on suspected criminals and activists.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

NY Civil Liberties Union's analysis shows marked increase in traffic stops, searches and seizures

NYPD traffic stops surged by 25% in 2024, exacerbated by racial disparities in enforcement against Black and Brown drivers.
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Biglaw Firms In League With Donald Trump Now Have To Defend Cops That Kill Black And Brown People - Above the Law

Trump's Executive Orders threaten civil liberties, increasing police powers and potential legal safeguards for law enforcement officers.
more#law-enforcement
#public-safety
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Hochul, NY lawmakers reach agreement on mask-wearing criminals

New York state passes a law penalizing masked criminals during certain offenses, amid ongoing safety concerns.
The new law reflects a compromise after debates over public safety and civil liberties regarding mask use.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
NYC politics

APD gets temporary extension of license plate reader program - Austin Monitor

The Austin Police Department's license plate reader program continues until June pending further evaluation.
Debate exists over public safety versus potential civil liberties violations regarding police data collection.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Hochul, NY lawmakers reach agreement on mask-wearing criminals

New York state passes a law penalizing masked criminals during certain offenses, amid ongoing safety concerns.
The new law reflects a compromise after debates over public safety and civil liberties regarding mask use.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
NYC politics

APD gets temporary extension of license plate reader program - Austin Monitor

The Austin Police Department's license plate reader program continues until June pending further evaluation.
Debate exists over public safety versus potential civil liberties violations regarding police data collection.
more#public-safety
Privacy professionals
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Updated U.S. Customs and Border Protection Questionnaire

The article critiques government agency practices that infringe on civil liberties under the guise of security.
It employs dark humor to highlight absurdities in U.S. policies and border control.
Public safety concerns are juxtaposed with violations of constitutional rights.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 week ago
SF LGBT

Preparations Underway for the 30th Annual Pink Triangle on Twin Peaks - San Francisco Bay Times

The 30th annual Pink Triangle event highlights urgent threats to LGBTQ+ rights and freedoms.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 week ago
SF LGBT

Donna's Chronicles, "The recent flurry of exciting events..." - San Francisco Bay Times

Local events are revitalizing the community spirit amidst national issues.
fromThe American Conservative
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

When Garden Centers Ruled the Earth

During the Covid-19 pandemic, garden centers were considered essential while many other social and recreational activities were restricted.
US news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Camp Manzanar serves as a reminder to the United States of racist laws in other eras

Camp Manzanar symbolizes the dark legacy of Japanese American internment during WWII, highlighting themes of injustice and racism.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

NY Civil Liberties Union's analysis shows marked increase in traffic stops, searches and seizures

NYPD traffic stops rose by 25% in 2024, with a disproportionately high impact on Black and Latino drivers.
NYC politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

The NYPD Is Sending Drones to the Sites of 9-1-1 Calls

NYPD now deploys drones for emergency calls, raising privacy and ethical concerns about surveillance capabilities.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

NY Civil Liberties Union's analysis shows marked increase in traffic stops, searches and seizures

NYPD traffic stops rose by 25% in 2024, with a disproportionately high impact on Black and Latino drivers.
NYC politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

The NYPD Is Sending Drones to the Sites of 9-1-1 Calls

NYPD now deploys drones for emergency calls, raising privacy and ethical concerns about surveillance capabilities.
more#nypd
#surveillance
Privacy technologies
fromFODMAP Everyday
1 month ago

Are You Being Tracked Without A Warrant? How Tools Like Locate X Threaten Your Privacy - FODMAP Everyday

Locate X enables government agencies to monitor device movements without warrants, raising significant privacy concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Trump's Spy Chief Urged to Declassify Details of Secret Surveillance Program

The new surveillance provision raises severe privacy concerns, according to Senator Wyden.
Transparency in surveillance practices is essential to protect civil liberties.
The ACLU urges declassification to limit NSA's sweeping authority.
Privacy experts challenge intelligence claims regarding wiretap estimations.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Civil liberties groups urge spy chief to declassify parts of contested surveillance program

The legality and transparency of Section 702 surveillance practices remain contentious, necessitating greater accountability from intelligence agencies.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The internet at risk: Experts warn of 'scary' threats to digital freedom-and what you can do to fight back

Digital freedoms are under attack, and users must actively defend their rights against threats like surveillance and declining net neutrality.
Privacy technologies
fromFODMAP Everyday
1 month ago

Are You Being Tracked Without A Warrant? How Tools Like Locate X Threaten Your Privacy - FODMAP Everyday

Locate X enables government agencies to monitor device movements without warrants, raising significant privacy concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Trump's Spy Chief Urged to Declassify Details of Secret Surveillance Program

The new surveillance provision raises severe privacy concerns, according to Senator Wyden.
Transparency in surveillance practices is essential to protect civil liberties.
The ACLU urges declassification to limit NSA's sweeping authority.
Privacy experts challenge intelligence claims regarding wiretap estimations.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Civil liberties groups urge spy chief to declassify parts of contested surveillance program

The legality and transparency of Section 702 surveillance practices remain contentious, necessitating greater accountability from intelligence agencies.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The internet at risk: Experts warn of 'scary' threats to digital freedom-and what you can do to fight back

Digital freedoms are under attack, and users must actively defend their rights against threats like surveillance and declining net neutrality.
more#surveillance
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Italy one of five dismantlers' causing democratic recession' in Europe, report says

Italy's government is undermining the rule of law and exhibiting intolerance towards media, exemplifying Europe's democratic decline.
#encryption
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

UK's secret iCloud backdoor order triggers civil rights challenge | TechCrunch

The U.K. government's demand for Apple to compromise iCloud encryption faces challenges from civil rights groups citing privacy concerns.
UK news
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

US chides UK for seeking encryption backdoor

US official criticizes UK for pressuring Apple on encryption backdoor, citing potential risks to American privacy and security.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

UK's secret iCloud backdoor order triggers civil rights challenge | TechCrunch

The U.K. government's demand for Apple to compromise iCloud encryption faces challenges from civil rights groups citing privacy concerns.
UK news
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

US chides UK for seeking encryption backdoor

US official criticizes UK for pressuring Apple on encryption backdoor, citing potential risks to American privacy and security.
more#encryption
#human-rights
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

We Are Asking the Wrong Questions About Mahmoud Khalil's Arrest

Government actions against citizens can occur due to a monopoly of force, raising questions about authority and legality.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Driving licence data could be used for police facial recognition | Computer Weekly

The UK government's Crime and Policing Bill could turn the driving licence database into a facial recognition tool accessible by police.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

We Are Asking the Wrong Questions About Mahmoud Khalil's Arrest

Government actions against citizens can occur due to a monopoly of force, raising questions about authority and legality.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Driving licence data could be used for police facial recognition | Computer Weekly

The UK government's Crime and Policing Bill could turn the driving licence database into a facial recognition tool accessible by police.
more#human-rights
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Among American Jews, a Schism Over ICE Arrest of Columbia Activist

The arrest of Mahmoud Khalil has sparked division within the American Jewish community regarding the balance between Jewish safety and civil liberties.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

The Take It Down Act isn't a law, it's a weapon

The Take It Down Act aims to criminalize nonconsensual intimate imagery but poses risks of abuse by corrupt political forces.
UK politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Big Brother's alive and well in the UK - here's why we have to be vigilant in the US

The arrest of Rose Docherty under the UK's new speech regulations highlights severe limitations on free speech in democracies.
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