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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Overnight, the State of Alabama executed James Barber. Below is a statement from the ACLU of Alabama on Mr. Barber’s execution:
The ACLU of Alabama is saddened to announce the passing of its former executive director, Eva “Olivia” Turner, who passed away unexpectantly in April 2023. She was 68 years old.
The ACLU of Alabama releases a statement on the AL Supreme Court Limiting Death Row Prisoners’ Ability to Appeal.
The ACLU of Alabama comments on the execution moratorium issued by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey.
Plaintiffs and attorneys in Merrill v. Milligan, a case challenging Alabama’s new congressional map for diluting the ability of Black voters to elect candidates of their choice, held a press conference at the conclusion of oral arguments where they highlighted what’s at stake.