Election Preparation: What We’re Doing and What You Can Do
In an unprecedented year, it’s only natural that we have an unprecedented election. Learn what we're doing to prepare for election day and post-election, and what you can do, too.
Even in a public health emergency, the government must make every effort to protect the rights of Americans, especially those in our society who are most vulnerable. The ACLU of Delaware is watching closely to make sure that the government's response is scientifically justified and no more intrusive on civil liberties than absolutely necessary. Check back here to stay up-to-date on what we're doing to protect civil liberties in Delaware amid this rapidly-changing COVID-19 environment.
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In an unprecedented year, it’s only natural that we have an unprecedented election. Learn what we're doing to prepare for election day and post-election, and what you can do, too.
Today, the Delaware GOP filed a lawsuit attacking the vote by mail bill passed earlier this year. Our response is simple: vote by mail is safe, secure, and necessary for this year's elections. Read our full statement here.
The COVID-19 pandemic has posed a serious threat to the health and welfare of people across the world, but people with disabilities have faced the most significant challenges. We've asked Governor John Carney to do more to protect those people.
Despite the announcement of over 300 positive COVID-19 cases in DOC facilities this week, it’s not too late for Delaware to change course and proactively confront the public health crisis in our state’s prisons. But they need to take action immediately.
DOC announced today that 1/3 of all inmates in Sussex correctional facilities have tested positive for COVID-19, highlighting an immediate need for the Department to heed our calls to action. Here's our press release in response to the announcement.
In an effort to ensure access to the ballot through the pandemic, the 150th General Assembly passed House Bill 346, legislation that will ensure all voters can cast their ballot by mail in the upcoming 2020 elections. Today, Governor Carney signed that bill into law. Here's our statement.