Media Releases & Statements

The ACLU of Iowa has staff in Des Moines to handle inquiries from journalists on issues affecting civil rights and civil liberties in Iowa.

Media inquiries should be sent via email to editor@aclu-ia.org or contact Communications Director Veronica Fowler at 515-207-0586.

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2019 Louise Noun Award Given to Four Iowans

Des Moines, Iowa — The ACLU of Iowa is proud to give one of its highest awards—the Louise Noun Award—to four people who have demonstrated a long-term commitment to our most basic rights and freedoms.

September 4, 2019

Nixon Peabody Attorneys Honored with Dan Johnston Award

Des Moines, Iowa — The ACLU of Iowa is pleased to award its prestigious Dan Johnston Cooperating Attorney Award to Nixon Peabody partners Seth A.

August 28, 2019

Casey Gradischnig Given Edward S. Allen Award by the ACLU of Iowa

Des Moines, Iowa — Casey Gradischnig, who passed away in May at age 57, has been honored by the ACLU of Iowa with one of its highest honors: The Edward S. Allen Award.

August 7, 2019

Media Statement: Dorr Book Burning Verdict

Rita Bettis Austen, ACLU of Iowa Legal Director, issued the following statement.

August 6, 2019

Iowa CCI Given Partners in Liberty Award by ACLU of Iowa

Des Moines, Iowa — Today the ACLU of Iowa announced that it is giving Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement (Iowa CCI) its Partners in Liberty award.

July 25, 2019

Red Oak Man Wins Facebook Free Speech Lawsuit

Red Oak, Iowa — The Adams County Sheriff's office has agreed to pay Jon Goldsmith of Red Oak $10,000 in damages after charging him for harassment when he posted a criticism of a sheriff's deputy on his own Facebook page.

July 8, 2019