The ACLU of Massachusetts is using data to characterize the state of policing across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: from policy to practice to budgeting. Here we list ACLUM blogs and interactive tools.

Data for Justice Blogs

Detailed ACLUM analysis of policing data

Data Trackers

Interactive, dynamic websites tracking COVID-19 over time

Mapping Alleged Police Violence & Misconduct
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Tracking Boston Police Incidents
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Police In Politics
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In the Press

ACLUM policing analysis featured in the media

ACLU calls attention to Mass. police shootings - The Bay State Banner
The ACLU of Massachusetts has launched a state-wide week of action bringing attention to police violence and misconduct across the commonwealth. On a map identifying victims of police violence and the officers involved, most of the points exist in Boston, Springfield and Worcester.
Police reform effort to set a new political tone in an election season - The Boston Globe
Candidates for mayor of Boston who have spearheaded reforms could lose out on a significant bloc of support and donations. And those who resist reforms risk offending communities that have been demanding change.
City councilors order hearing on Boston police tactics amid conversations on budget reallocation
“It can seem exhausting, but we are on the verge of monumental change, and we can all feel it.”
Mass. Public Arrest Information Has Been Missing Despite 2018 Law Requiring It
Public arrest data has not been posted on the website of Massachusetts’ Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, as required by law.