ACLJ Disappointed with Abortion-Funding Compromise in Senate Health Care Bill

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2009—"This compromise offers no real protection for human life and does nothing to keep federal health care funds from being used for abortion," said Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ (more)

ACLJ Urges Federal Appeals Court to Permit Ohio Judge to Display Ten Commandments Poster

WASHINGTON, Dec. 17, 2009—"A reasonable observer would view the poster as a statement about legal philosophy, morality and ethics, not theology or religion." -ACLJ Brief Filed with Federal Appeals Court (more)

Senate Rejection of Pro-Life Amendment Ignores Concerns of American People

WASHINGTON, Dec. 9, 2009—“The vote reflects a callous disregard for the protection of innocent human life.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

Free Speech?  Pro-Life Californians Censored in Speech-Free Zone

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2009—ACLJ Urges Federal Appeals Court to Declare Unconstitutional the Oakland, Calif. Speech-Free Zone Being Used to Silence Pro-Life Messages (more)

ACLJ Calls on Supreme Court to Protect Constitutional Right to Keep and Bear Arms

WASHINGTON, Nov. 24, 2009—“Privileges or Immunities Clause” of the 14th Amendment Protects Individual Guarantees in the Bill of Rights, such as the Second Amendment Right to Bear Arms (more)

America’s Heritage Faces New Attack

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2009—ACLJ Represents 44 Members of Congress in Asking Court to Uphold National Motto and Pledge of Allegiance Displays at Capitol Visitor Center (more)

Pro-Life Amendment Only Bright Spot in Flawed Healthcare Bill

WASHINGTON, Nov. 9, 2009—“[T]his pro-life amendment represents the only bright spot in an otherwise troubling government-run healthcare package put forth by House Speaker Pelosi.” - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ (more)

ACLJ Asks Federal Appeals Court to Uphold Dismissal of Atheist Lawsuit Challenging Inaugural Prayer

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2009—“This lawsuit is just one more attempt to carry on a relentless crusade to purge all religious expression in the federal government.” - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ (more)

ACLJ Urges Supreme Court to Uphold Cross Display in CA’s Mojave Desert

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2009—"Simply being 'offended' is not enough to create a constitutional showdown." - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ (more)

Federal Court Dismisses Challenge to Pledge of Allegiance and “Under God”

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1, 2009—“The Pledge of Allegiance is a time-honored exercise that embraces patriotism, not religion” - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ (more)

ACLJ Files Reply Brief in Case Against Planned Parenthood Affiliates in California

WASHINGTON, Sept. 28, 2009—"We believe this case will show that Planned Parenthood has been soaking taxpayers even beyond the legal limits.” - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ECLJ and ACLJ (more)

ECLJ Helps Christian Convert Couple Win Asylum in the United Kingdom

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23, 2009—“This represents a critical victory in the ongoing challenge to protect those who take great risk in proclaiming their Christian faith.” - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ECLJ and ACLJ (more)

ECLJ to United Nations: Hold Iran Accountable for Human Rights Violations

STRASBOURG, France, Sept. 21, 2009—"It is clear that the Iranian government and its president have no respect for the human rights of its citizens." - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ (more)

ACLJ:  President Obama Got It Wrong - Abortion Not Ruled Out in Health Care Reform

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2009—“President Obama’s comments about abortion funding and health care simply don’t reflect the real story.” -Jay Sekulow, ACLJ Chief Counsel (more)

ECLJ to United Nations: Urge Pakistani Government to Prosecute Acts of Violence Against Christians

STRASBOURG, France, Aug. 26, 2009—“Christians are being singled out and murdered because of their faith.” - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ (more)

ACLJ Calls on Obama Administration to Rescind the Use of So-Called “Death Book”

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26, 2009—VA Publication Devalues the Lives of the Nation’s Heroes (more)

Preliminary Injunction Granted in Illinois Conscience Case

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2009—Pharmacists Score a Win in Long Battle for Their Rights (more)

‘Flagging’ Operation Disabled; Victory for Free Speech

WASHINGTON, Aug. 17, 2009—Reports Indicate that the White House’s Citizen-Reporting Program Is No Longer Operational (more)

ACLJ: Let Americans Exercise Free Speech Without Fear of Retribution or Government Surveillance

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2009—Nothing “Un-American” in Opposing Obama’s Healthcare Plan (more)

White House Official Encourages Americans to “Tattle” on Fellow Citizens

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2009—ACLJ Calls on President Obama to Repudiate Comments Urging Americans to "Flag" and Report "Fishy" Comments Opposing Healthcare Plan (more)

65,000 Sign Petition Demanding that Congress Exclude Abortion Services from Health Care Legislation

WASHINGTON, July 28, 2009—“The American people understand that mandatory coverage for abortion services should not be a part of any health care legislation.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

ACLJ Calls on Congress to Remove Abortion Services from National Health Care Legislation

WASHINGTON, July 20, 2009—“Abortion must never become a mandated ‘health benefit’ in our country.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

Senate Must Ask Tough Questions of Judge Sotomayor on Constitution and Judicial Philosophy

WASHINGTON, July 14, 2009—“…it’s critical that the American people understand the judicial philosophy and temperament of Judge Sotomayor.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

ACLJ Files Appeal Brief in Fed. Appeals Court in Fraud Case Against Planned Parenthood Affiliates

WASHINGTON, July 7, 2009—“No one should be permitted to scam the public treasury for profit,” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

Ruling Raises Questions about Sotomayor Judicial Philosophy

WASHINGTON, June 29, 2009—"This Supreme Court decision, which overturns Judge Sotomayor's legal position, puts the nominee's views on judicial activism front and center at the upcoming confirmation hearings."—Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

ACLJ & ECLJ to UN:  Take Action to Pressure Iran to Comply with International Human Rights Law

WASHINGTON, June 23, 2009— (more)

ACLJ Files Amicus Brief Asking Supreme Court to Uphold Cross Display in Mohave Desert

WASHINGTON, June 8, 2009—Fifteen Members of Congress Represented in Filed Brief (more)

“Truth” Prevails: Under Pressure from the ACLJ, Agreement Reached to Protect Free Speech in Michigan

WASHINGTON, May 29, 2009—“Truth Truck” Driver Saved from Prosecution for Expressing Viewpoint (more)

Judge Sotomayor Nomination to Supreme Court Should Trigger National Debate About Judicial Activism

WASHINGTON, May 26, 2009—“This nomination raises serious questions about the issue of legislating from the bench.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

California Supreme Court Upholds the Will of the People

WASHINGTON, May 26, 2009—Court Rules that Prop. 8’s Ban on Same-Sex Marriage Is Constitutional (more)

Action Could Undermine Our Nation’s Security

WASHINGTON, May 6, 2009—ACLJ: Department of Justice Could Set Dangerous Precedent by Punishing Attorneys for Legal Arguments About Interrogation Techniques (more)

ACLJ:  Justice Souter’s Reported Retirement Signals Beginning of Obama Reshaping Federal Judiciary

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2009—Supreme Court Expected to Shift Left with Obama’s First Appointment (more)

Supreme Court Decision Upholds FCC’s Indecency Policy Protecting Kids from Broadcasting Expletives

WASHINGTON, April 28, 2009—“We’re gratified that the Supreme Court has upheld the FCC’s indecency policy and its authority to act to protect America’s families - especially children - in this case.” - Jay Sekulow, Chief Counsel of the ACLJ (more)

1st Amendment Rights of Pro-Life Supporters Must Not Be Curtailed by Dept. of Homeland Security

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2009—TODAY: ACLJ Launches Nationwide Campaign to Demand Retraction of DHS Report’s Reference to Pro-Life Supporters as ‘Extremists’ (more)

Department of Homeland Security Labels Pro-Life Supporters ‘Extremists’

WASHINGTON, April 15, 2009—TODAY: ACLJ Launching Nationwide Campaign to Demand Removal of ‘Outrageous’ Reference from Warning (more)

U.S. Sovereignty at Risk?

WASHINGTON, April 6, 2009—ACLJ Urges the President Not to Sell-Out America’s Independence (more)

Medical Personnel’s Rights Remain Intact - at Least for Now

WASHINGTON, April 6, 2009—ACLJ Scores Critical Legal Victory in Illinois Conscience Cause Case (more)

ACLJ to Argue Before the N.J. Supreme Court for Protection of Children from Convicted Sex Offenders

WASHINGTON, March 24, 2009—“The children of New Jersey will have their day in court. It is our hope that the state’s Supreme Court will act to grant them the legal protection they deserve.” - Vincent McCarthy, senior attorney of the ACLJ (more)

ACLJ and Members of Congress Ask Federal Court to Dismiss Lawsuit Challenging National Day of Prayer

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2009—Nation’s Top Conservative Public Interest Law Firm Cites the History— and Defends the Constitutionality—of the National Day of Prayer (more)

Federal Appeals Court to Examine Constitutionality of San Diego Monument

WASHINGTON, March 13, 2009—ACLJ Represents Members of Congress Seeking to Protect the Mount Soledad Veteran’s Memorial (more)

ACLJ Achieved Resounding First Amendment Victory from the U.S. Supreme Court

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2009—Unanimous Decision Protects Public Displays of the Nation's Heritage; "This decision puts a bookend on the litigation surrounding the display of the Ten Commandments that's been taking place for years across the country," said Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

More than 230,000 Americans Join ACLJ in Opposing Return of Fairness Doctrine

WASHINGTON, Feb. 19, 2009—Whether Congress moves to reinstate the Fairness Doctrine, or if the FCC acts to do so on its own behalf, we will be ready to challenge this in federal court.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ Chief Counsel (more)

Senate Rejects Stimulus Amendment Protecting Religious Activity on College and University Campuses

WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2009—"This provision has nothing to do with economic stimulus and everything to do with religious discrimination." -Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

Stimulus Package Could Stimulate Religious Discrimination

WASHINGTON, Feb. 3, 2009—"There is a priority problem in Washington." -Jay Sekulow, ACLJ chief counsel (more)

N.J. Supreme Court Takes Major Case Protecting Children from Convicted Sex Offenders

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28, 2009—“We’re hopeful that the state’s highest court will … take the necessary action to protect the children of New Jersey.” - Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ (more)

ACLJ Warns Obama Is Setting Tone as Pro-Abortion President with Repeal of Abortion Funding Policy

WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2009—“With the stroke of a pen, President Obama cleared the way for even more tax dollars to be used to promote abortion.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ Chief Counsel (more)

D.C. Police Prohibit Display, ACLJ Files Fed. Lawsuit to Protect Pro-Life Groups’ Freedom of Speech

WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2009—“Because of their viewpoint opposing abortion, the District’s police force is denying a permit for this peaceful demonstration,” said James Henderson, senior counsel of the ACLJ. (more)

California Members of Congress Team with ACLJ to Uphold Proposition 8

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2009—“Through the passage of Proposition 8, the people of California have spoken clearly and unequivocally regarding the definition of marriage.” - ACLJ Amicus Brief (more)

ACLJ Asks Federal Court to Reject Atheist Lawsuit Challenging Inaugural Prayer

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14, 2009—“This is once again a flawed attempt to purge all religious references and observances from American public life.” - Jay Sekulow, ACLJ Chief Counsel (more)

Broadcaster Freedom Act - Measure to Protect Freedom of Speech - Introduced in House and Senate

WASHINGTON, Jan. 8, 2009—The American Center for Law and Justice is Pleased by Congressional Efforts to Prohibit Return of Fairness Doctrine; "We believe passage of this measure is paramount to protecting free speech," said Jay Sekulow, chief counsel of the ACLJ. (more)

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