News & Commentary

Jun 23, 2023

Pride Has Always Been About Ending Mass Incarceration

Bail reform and LGBTQ liberation go hand in hand.

LGBTQ flag with police in the background.
Jun 06, 2023

Increasing Penalties for Distributors Will Kill More Wisconsinites

Our political leaders must turn away from the War on Drugs policies of the past. They can start by voting against SB 101.

By Jon McCray Jones, Policy Analyst

May 15, 2023

Why We Must Stop Police From Withholding Body Camera Footage

A judge last Friday temporarily blocked a policy that would’ve required Milwaukee Police to release body cam footage of fatal police shootings within 15 days.

By Jon McCray Jones, Policy Analyst

Apr 19, 2023

It’s Time to Give Wisconsin Freedom Around Weed

Cannabis legalization is incredibly popular in Wisconsin. After years of inaction, the Wisconsin Legislature needs to listen to the people of Wisconsin and make legal cannabis use a reality.

By Jon McCray Jones, Policy Analyst

Mar 28, 2023

A Pair Of Bail Referenda Would Weaken Our Constitutional Right to Due Process

Here’s why Wisconsin voters should reject them both.

Dec 22, 2022

Remembering Ramiah Whiteside

Ramiah was a peacemaker and a strong advocate for restorative justice.

Dec 14, 2022

From the Death Penalty to Marijuana, Clemency is a Tool For Justice

Granting clemency to broad categories of people is a first step toward correcting injustice in our criminal legal system.

Aug 11, 2022

The Reproductive Rights of Incarcerated People Matter

People in prison were denied reproductive freedom and care long before Roe was at risk. That needs to change.

By Melissa Ludin, Coalition and Relations Advocate

May 18, 2022

Welcoming Our First Theoharis Summer Internship Recipient: Meet Sinyetta Hill

We are excited to announce that the inaugural recipient of the Athan G. Theoharis Summer Internship Program is Sinyetta Hill.

By Dr. Melinda Q. Brennan, Executive Director