As the leading civil rights organization in our state, the ACLU of South Dakota believes in keeping the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged.
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Sep 19, 2023
2,500 Banned Books and Counting
Free Speech
Fight censorship and stop book bans! Join the ACLU's local efforts to preserve everyone's right to read.
Fight censorship and stop book bans! Join the ACLU's local efforts to preserve everyone's right to read.
Sep 14, 2023
Are you BEERMOM?
Free Speech
Have you or someone you know been denied a personalized plate? Drop us a note at southdakota@aclu.org and we’ll be in touch!
By Andrew Malone
Have you or someone you know been denied a personalized plate? Drop us a note at southdakota@aclu.org and we’ll be in touch!
By Andrew Malone
Aug 29, 2023
Drivers Speak Their Minds with Personalized License Plates, but State Censorship Violates Our Rights
Free Speech
Personalized license plates can add a unique custom touch for many drivers, but state officials have put the brakes on some custom tags – and in doing so, are infringing on the free speech rights of all...
By Janna Farley
Personalized license plates can add a unique custom touch for many drivers, but state officials have put the brakes on some custom tags – and in doing so, are infringing on the free speech rights of all...
By Janna Farley
Aug 23, 2023
How Artificial Intelligence Might Prevent You From Getting Hired
Racial Justice
AI-based tools are used throughout hiring processes, increasing the odds of discrimination in the workplace.
AI-based tools are used throughout hiring processes, increasing the odds of discrimination in the workplace.
Aug 18, 2023
We the People: Brianna Hollestelle
LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
Outside of work and advocacy, you can find Brianna spending time with their two cats, hiking or embroidering and enjoying life with their partner.
Outside of work and advocacy, you can find Brianna spending time with their two cats, hiking or embroidering and enjoying life with their partner.
Aug 15, 2023
When Trans Rights Are Under Attack, We Show Up
LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
The defense of our liberties can’t rely on the courts alone – politics and public opinion matter, too.
By Samantha Chapman, Andrew Malone
The defense of our liberties can’t rely on the courts alone – politics and public opinion matter, too.