Press

About Our Press and Media Relations

Freedom of the press is part of the fabric of our democracy. It acts as a check against government power and a tool for enabling the public to make informed decisions. This is why we make media relations an essential facet of our work.

The ACLU of Utah has a Communications team to handle media inquiries and requests for comment. Our affiliate is mentioned in over 1.5K media stories per year.

Media Contact

Aaron Welcher, Communications Director

For media inquiries or questions, email Aaron Welcher at [email protected] or fill out our media inquiry/press distribution list form.

Press Releases

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Poll Results: Most Utahns Favor Dropping Penalties for Drug Possession

Survey by community-based organizations shows that Utahns see drug use as a public health issue, not a criminal justice issue.

February 19, 2015

Justice Reinvestment Legislation a Step in the Right Direction

ACLU of Utah cautiously optimistic about HB384, “Correctional Amendments,” criminal justice reform bill based on CCJJ/Pew recommendations.

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February 18, 2015

February 18, 2015

Utah is ready for criminal justice reform!

Utahns from all walks of life will gather at the State Capitol tomorrow, February 10, at noon, to raise their voices in support of “Justice Reinvestment.”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE:

WHAT: Rally For Reform

February 9, 2015

ACLU of Utah Applauds LDS Church’s Support of Discrimination Protection for Gay and Transgender Utahns

We hope this support will lead to the enactment of meaningful, state-level legal protections for gay and transgender people in Utah.

January 27, 2015

Senate Torture Report Shows Need for Accountability

The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence released the executive summary and findings of its landmark report on the CIA’s rendition, secret detention, and torture program.

Responding to the report, the American Civil Liberties Union released a detailed plan for full accountability.

December 9, 2014

ACLU of Utah Critical of Utah’s Acting As Plaintiff in Lawsuit

The ACLU of Utah is disappointed that the State of Utah is a plaintiff to a lawsuit that seeks the deportation of “Dreamers” and the parents of United States citizens and legal permanent residents.

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December 4, 2014