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Mary Ellen Schutz and Dave St. Amant, ACLU of Wisconsin Foundation 

The Wisconsin State Supreme Court today issued a ruling in Appling v. Walker, holding that the domestic partnership registry is constitutional.

Do you know your rights in an encounter with law enforcement? This is a phrase heard by thousands across the state when they are handed an ACLU “Know Your Rights” tri-fold card, or “Bust Card,” as they are affectionately called. The wallet-sized cards outline everything one should know during encounters with law enforcement whether they are stopped on foot, in a vehicle, or if police come to their home. Also included in the card, is the contact information for organizations that can help file a complaint against the police if necessary. Because laws can be different in each municipality, there are cards specific to Milwaukee, Racine, and Madison. The ACLU of Wisconsin provides free workshops that explore the contents of the cards more thoroughly throughout the state and encourage everyone to exercise their rights.

MADISON, Wis. — Gay couples challenging Wisconsin's ban on same-sex marriages are objecting to the state's request that the full 7th Circuit Court of Appeals hear arguments in the case. American Civil Libe

By Nathaniel Shuda

By MARK SCHAAF

For three years, the Department of Justice has been investigating Wisconsin’s school voucher program for systematically discriminating against students with disabilities.

Police departments around the country, including here in Wisconsin, have been acquiring surplus military hardware, raising concerns from civil liberties groups.