News & Commentary

Using the word "felon" to disparage a public figure perpetuates a narrative that those with felony records are dangerous when, in reality, many of us are simply fighting to reclaim our freedom and autonomy.

The fundamental tension is not between you and your neighbor – it’s between all of us and those in power who manufacture divisions to distract from their hoarding of wealth.

This fall, Vote "No" on the statewide referendum to preserve the right of "every" citizen to vote.

As Election Day approaches, the ACLU of Wisconsin wants to ensure that you Know Your Voting rights and are informed of important upcoming dates and deadlines!

Here's a snapshot of the results of our Member & Supporter Survey from earlier this year. Thank you for your participation!

We published two new resources designed to empower students, teachers, and parents in advocating for safer and more inclusive public schools.

The ACLU of Wisconsin's Community Engagement Department runs three cornerstone youth programs: Student Alliance, which works directly in schools; Youth Social Justice Forum (YOSO), a one-day student gathering in the fall; and Summer Justice Institute (SJI), a week-long program in the summer.  

As students head back to school this year, we wanted to highlight Nichole (Nikki) Yunk Todd, a current board member who started her career with us as the Director of Youth Affairs. We had the privilege of sitting down with Nikki to ask her about how her experience as a young civil rights and liberties leader has shaped her life and career.

We’re back in school, and all students have the right to learn free from discrimination based on gender identity.