News & Commentary
Jun 19, 2023
Reparations, in Our Lifetime
The fight for reparations is gaining ground across the country, and can no longer be ignored.
Jun 15, 2023
Protecting the Indian Child Welfare Act at the State Level
The Supreme Court issued a landmark victory for tribal sovereignty in Brackeen v. Haaland, enacting federal protections to join Wisconsin and 13 other states.
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 23, 2023
Op-ed in The Capital Times: Amid increasing attacks, we must stand with LGBTQ Wisconsinites
On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, we’re taking a look at how the escalating attacks on the trans community have impacted Wisconsin. Now more than ever, we must all step up and take action to support LGBTQ Wisconsinites.
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
May 02, 2023
Executive Director Melinda Brennan Honored on Milwaukee Business Journal’s Women of Influence List
Dr. Melinda Brennan -- a 2023 Woman of Influence.
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
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