Have you heard about the ACLU marriage ban lawsuit? Get the latest update on this edition of A Public Affair!
Edward Snowden at the South By South West Festival
What how do you feel about the NSA and government surveillance? Check out this edition of A Public Affair to learn more!
Rights of Citizens Demonstrating Against the Killing of Tony Robinson
Christopher Ahmuty, Executive Director of the ACLU of Wisconsin, joins 8 O’Clock Buzz host Jan Miyaskai to discuss protecting the rights of citizens demonstrating against the killing of Tony Robinson, and educating residents about their rights during encounters with law enforcement.
Appeals Court fails to allow Voter ID expansion
Larry Dubuis from the ACLU of Wisconsin discusses a recent appeals court ruling that struck down ACLU’s request to make other forms of identification legal for voter identification. The expanded ID would have allowed Veteran’s ID, technical college ID, and out-of-state IDs to be used, and, as a result, limits access by some groups of […]
The ACLU of Wisconsin supports YOUR rights
“The right of people to address their government” — this is the goal of the ACLU of Wisconsin — a goal which has been eroded in lack of police accountability, voting rights discrimination, and unauthorized surveillance. The ACLU Foundation raises money to support litigation to uphold these rights, and community education to inform citizens of […]
Wisconsin ACLU seeks transparency in Milwaukee shooting investigation
A new Wisconsin law, aimed at increasing the transparency of activities surrounding shootings, may actually be slowing the process of releasing police video — according to Chris Ahmaty of the ACLU of Wisconsin. He talks with Jan Miyasaki about their attempts at getting information and video following the shooting of Sylville Smith in Milwaukee.