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MPD, not Sterling Brown responsible for the disturbing outcome of stop for minor parking violation

It is the Milwaukee Police Department, not Sterling Brown, which is responsible for the disturbing outcome of his stop for a minor parking violation.

August 30, 2018

Campaign Calls to End Unconstitutional Ban on Asking for Donations

Local organizations across the country send a coordinated letter to government officials in cities where panhandling is banned

August 28, 2018

Wisconsin counties need constitutional policies and practices regarding cooperation with ICE

Inadequate policies and practices of Wisconsin sheriffs threaten rights of immigrant communities in the state

July 19, 2018

Lincoln Hills Lawsuit Settlement Provides Critical Protections for Children

Lincoln Hills Lawsuit Settlement Provides Critical Protections for Youth

Agreement includes restrictions on solitary confinement, pepper spray and strip searches

June 1, 2018

ACLU Statement on Wisconsin Spring Election Results

Wisconsin voters elected Judge Rebecca Dallet to the state supreme court, and—as part of a new effort to inform more voters on the importance of civil liberties issues—the American Civil Liberties Union worked strenuously to engage its members in Wisconsin as well as many thousands more who are

April 3, 2018

Statement about endorsement of candidates

Campaign materials from Casey Shorts, a candidate for Milwaukee County Supervisor, listed a supporter with an ACLU affiliation. We wish to clarify that the ACLU is a nonpartisan organization that does not support, oppose or endorse candidates.

April 2, 2018