News & Commentary
Jun 28, 2024
55 Years After Stonewall, Police Reform Stalls at Symbolic Gestures
The ACLU’s latest report shows how, despite efforts to show solidarity with the LGBTQ community, police harassment, violence and discrimination continues to target sexual and gender minorities.
Jun 25, 2024
What Voters Really Want for Immigration and Public Safety Reform
Ahead of the 2024 elections, voters are disillusioned with fear-based rhetoric from both candidates. The ACLU breaks down what solutions have the most public support.
Jun 21, 2024
Pride and Privacy: Surveillance and Overpolicing of Milwaukee’s LGBTQ+ Community
With LGBTQ+ rights under threat, MPD's use of surveillance technology without oversight could become a nightmare for our LGBTQ+ communities.
May 10, 2024
The Painful Reality of Being an Incarcerated Mother
This Mother’s Day, let’s not forget incarcerated women, and let’s get them home to their families.
Apr 20, 2024
Clemency Must Be at the Forefront of Our Fight to Legalize Cannabis
The governor has the power to grant clemency for the countless people in our state impacted by historically discriminatory and harsh marijuana policies of the past.
By David Gwidt, Deputy Communications Director
Mar 15, 2024
The Wisconsin 2023-24 Legislative Session Has Adjourned
As we await Governor Evers' actions on the bills that passed, read about our initial takeaways from this legislative session on key civil rights and liberties issues.
Mar 06, 2024
ShotSpotter Leak Shows That Surveillance Tech is Used to Overpolice Black and Brown Communities
A recent data leak has brought new information to light about secretive police surveillance technology being used in Milwaukee.
By David Gwidt, Deputy Communications Director
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