Question

what was the purpose of the american civil liberties union (aclu)? select an answer a. the aclu oversaw the campaign for government regulation of hollywood movie plots. b. the aclu defended the right of americans to free speech and dissent. c. the aclu supported american poets and writers exiled in paris. d. the aclu led a crusade against the publication and distribution of books it deemed obscene.

Explanation:

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is an organization focused on defending and preserving the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the United States Constitution and laws. One of its main - focuses is the protection of free - speech and the right to dissent.

Answer:

B. The ACLU defended the right of Americans to free speech and dissent.