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.

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

Collage of marijuana leaf, open cell door, and hands holding

April’s Election Is Over, But We Must Keep Fighting

Election season is far from over, and now’s not the time to slow down. We must keep organizing, uplifting our communities, and voting our values this year.

By Dr. Melinda Q. Brennan, Executive Director

Welcome New Legal Director, Ryan Cox

New legal director, Ryan Cox joined the ACLU of Wisconsin in October 2023. As Legal Director, Ryan leads the organization’s work to vindicate individual rights through impact litigation in the state and federal courts, investigate government action, and advocate for vulnerable populations.

Building Community: ACLU of Wisconsin Hosts Voting Rights Trivia at Cactus Club

We are immensely grateful to everyone who attended our Voting Rights Trivia Night!

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.

Why You Should Vote ‘No’ to Referendum Questions on April 2

We oppose both referendum questions on the April 2 ballot, and we’ll tell you why.

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

Racial Justice is A Year-Round Commitment

Black Futures Month reminds us to remain hopeful as we take bold collective action toward racial justice.

By Alyssa Meinecke, Director of Communications, Program & Strategy