The state of NDAA: Why it still matters, indefinitely

When was the last time you heard about the indefinite detention provision in NDAA 2012? Maybe not for a while, but we'll tell you why it's important and how it affects your civil liberties.

Civil Rights Center, Features, Opinion CornerMyJihad MyJihadJuly 10, 2012civil liberties, counterterrorism, indefinite detention, National Defense Authorization Act, NDAA, Obama, War on TerrorComment

SOPA and PIPA's new face threatens civil liberties

CISPA has nearly the same threats to privacy that were introduced in SOPA/PIPA, but even more. In addition to violating rights of privacy and internet usage, the CISPA bill contributes to a growing trend of stripping American citizens of their civil liberties.

Civil Rights Center, Features, Opinion CornerMyJihad MyJihadApril 25, 2012CISPA, civil liberties, government, Internet, PIPA, Security, SOPA, spyingComment

SOPA and PIPA's new face threatens civil liberties

CISPA has nearly the same threats to privacy that were introduced in SOPA/PIPA, but even more. In addition to violating rights of privacy and internet usage, the CISPA bill contributes to a growing trend of stripping American citizens of their civil liberties.

Civil Rights Center, Features, Opinion CornerMyJihad MyJihadApril 25, 2012CISPA, civil liberties, government, Internet, PIPA, Security, SOPA, spyingComment

PRESS RELEASE: Chicagoans to rally and march in defense of civil liberties

CAIR-Chicago, the Arab-American Action Network (AAAN), Chicago Committee to Defend the Bill of Rights, Chicago Movement for Palestinian Rights (CMPR), among other local organizations are holding a rally this Saturday in Daley Plaza to urge the community to voice their opposition to policies influenced by fear, Islamophobia, and prejudice.

Features, Our News, Press ReleasesMyJihad MyJihadMarch 8, 2012AAAN, civil liberties, daley plaza, Immigrant Rights, indefinite detention, Islamophobia, March, rally, RepressionComment

ACTION ALERT: Attend rally and march to defend civil liberties at Daley Plaza

Come and join other Americans of conscience in opposing indefinite detention without a trial, defending immigrant rights, and stopping FBI Repression of anti-war activists.

Action Alerts, Civil Rights Center, Features, Our NewsMyJihad MyJihadMarch 8, 2012AAAN, anti-war activists, civil liberties, daley plaza, deportations, FBI repression, Freedom, Immigrant Rights, Islamophobia, rallyComment

CIVIL RIGHTS VLOG #2: New FBI Guidelines

CAIR Chicago Staff Attorney Kevin Vodak discusses new FBI guidelines, and what you can do to work with your local law enforcement to make sure your civil liberties are being protected.

Civil Rights Center, Features, Film Clips, Multimedia, Our NewsMyJihad MyJihadJune 21, 2011civil liberties, civil rights, Civil Rights Vlog, FBI, FBI investigation, investigation, Kevin Vodak, law enforcementComment

The PATRIOT Act: Upholding National Security or Breaking Unalienable Rights?

On May 27th, 2011, President Obama signed the renewal of the USA PATRIOT Act. The purpose of the bill was to enhance domestic security against terrorism in response to the September 11th attacks, but it has gone far beyond its preventative purpose and encroached on our constitutional rights.

Civil Rights Center, Features, Opinion CornerMyJihad MyJihadJune 13, 20114th amendment, act, Alexander Demas, bill, civil liberties, civil rights, fourth amendment, human rights, President Obama, privacy, terrorism, The Patriot ActComment

CAIR Travel Advisory on TSA and Religious Head Wear

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently changed its policy regarding searches of travelers wearing head coverings such as Islamic scarves or Sikh turbans.

Action AlertsMyJihad MyJihadAugust 29, 2007Airline Passenger Rights, Airport, civil liberties, civil rights, Head Coverings, hijab, Islamic Scarves, Know Your Rights, Michael Chertoff, racial profiling, Religious Profiling, Sikh Coalition Petition, Sikh Turban, Transportation Security Administration, TSAComment

Please Attend Muhammad Salah Trial Sentencing

Mr. Mohammad Salah and Dr. Abdelhaleem Ashqar, codefendants in the case of United States v. Salah, will be sentenced this Wednesday and Friday, respectively.