The editors have compiled the following list of organizations concerned with the issues debated in this book. The descriptions are derived from materials provided by the organizations. All have publications or information available for interested readers. The list was compiled on the date of publication of the present volume; the information provided here may change. Be aware that many organizations take several weeks or longer to respond to inquiries, so allow as much time as possible.

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

132 W. 43rd St., New York, NY 10036
(212) 944-9800 • fax: (212) 869-9065
Web site: www.aclu.org

The ACLU champions the rights set forth in the U.S. Constitution. The ACLU opposes racial profiling, the death penalty, and the treatment of juvenile offenders as adults. The organization also believes that mandatory minimum sentencing laws, “three-strikes” laws, and harsh penalties for nonviolent drug offenses are...