Brennan Center for Justice
Defend Democracy. Reform Justice. Protect the Constitution. The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law works to build an America that is democratic, just, and free.
About Us - Brennan Center for Justice
The Brennan Center for Justice has communications staff in our New York City and Washington, DC, offices. They handle questions and requests from journalists about the Brennan Center’s areas of expertise and arrange interviews with staff.
Election 2024 - Brennan Center for Justice
More than just a contest between candidates or parties, the 2024 general election will decide the future direction of American democracy itself.
Our Work - Brennan Center for Justice
As an independent, nonpartisan law and policy organization, the Brennan Center conducts rigorous research to identify problems and provide in-depth empirical findings and compelling analyses of pressing legal and policy issues.
Our Issues - Brennan Center for Justice
The Brennan Center works to reform and defend our country’s systems of democracy and justice.
Research & Reports | Brennan Center for Justice
The Brennan Center for Justice provides critical information, analysis, and data for elected officials, public policy experts, and journalists.
Second Amendment - Brennan Center for Justice
Sep 28, 2023 · In recent years, the Supreme Court has dramatically expanded the scope of the Second Amendment to confer an individual right to bear arms. The result has been to expose countless sensible gun laws to constitutional attack, even as the country reels from an epidemic of …
Programs - Brennan Center for Justice
The Brennan Center focuses on democracy, criminal justice, securing the balance of power, and protecting fundamental freedoms while keeping Americans safe.
Restoring the Voting Rights Act | Brennan Center for Justice
Aug 6, 2024 · Fifty-nine years ago today, President Lyndon Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law, undoing the barriers of the Jim Crow era and opening up important voting opportunities for communities of color. But in the last decade, the Supreme Court has relentlessly weakened this landmark achievement of the civil rights movement.
Bail Reform and Public Safety | Brennan Center for Justice
Aug 15, 2024 · For examples of how arguments over the relationship between bail reform and crime have affected state and national politics, see Anna Gronewold, “New York Democrats Didn’t Defend Their Bail Law Changes.