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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Feb 5, 2024
Parents and Pediatricians. Not Politicians.
We don’t co-parent with our legislators. Why are they making medical decisions for our kids?
We don’t co-parent with our legislators. Why are they making medical decisions for our kids?
Jan 26, 2024
Connect with Legislators at a Legislative Coffee or Cracker Barrel
Attending one of these open forums is a great way to show South Dakota's lawmakers you're paying attention.
Attending one of these open forums is a great way to show South Dakota's lawmakers you're paying attention.
Jan 23, 2024
The ACLU is Speaking up for Free Speech and Freedom of Expression
No matter how big or small the threat, we must ensure our First Amendment protections remain robust
By Libby Skarin
No matter how big or small the threat, we must ensure our First Amendment protections remain robust
By Libby Skarin
Jan 16, 2024
We the People: Carter Linke
Back in high school, no one was happier to have a government class first thing in the morning than Carter Linke. Fast forward a few years and the sentiment still holds true.
Back in high school, no one was happier to have a government class first thing in the morning than Carter Linke. Fast forward a few years and the sentiment still holds true.
Jan 8, 2024
Session Doesn’t Have to Be a Circus
It’s time for our legislators to mind their own business.
It’s time for our legislators to mind their own business.
Jan 4, 2024
The ACLU's 2024 Legislative Priorities
Over the next few weeks, hundreds of bills will be debated, modified, vetoed, and passed. It’s on us to ensure the bad ones don’t become bad laws.
Over the next few weeks, hundreds of bills will be debated, modified, vetoed, and passed. It’s on us to ensure the bad ones don’t become bad laws.