News & Commentary
Nov 15, 2023
The U.S. Touts Itself as a Global Leader in Human Rights. A New U.N. Report Says Otherwise.
The report illustrates the immense gap between U.S. laws and policies and international human rights norms.
Nov 06, 2023
ACLU to ‘LITIG8’
ACLU of South Dakota Files Constitutional Challenge to South Dakota’s Vanity Plate Law
Nov 02, 2023
Why We Must Reject Efforts to Restrict Constitutionally Protected Speech on College Campuses
Calls to punish and silence student activists betray the Constitution and the spirit of free inquiry that is critical to life at public universities.
Oct 20, 2023
Attacks on No-Fault Divorce Are Dangerous – Especially for Those Experiencing Domestic Violence
There are several reasons to support no-fault divorce laws, but perhaps most critically is the case for marriages experiencing domestic violence.
By Samantha Chapman
Oct 16, 2023
UN Human Rights Committee to Review US Compliance with Civil and Political Rights Treaty
How will the United States protect Indigenous sacred sites and traditional ways of life?
By Janna Farley, Stephanie Amiotte
Oct 09, 2023
In South Dakota, It’s Native American Day, Not Columbus Day
Today, we honor great Native American leaders – not the other guy.
Oct 04, 2023
Protect the First Amendment in Your Community
Your elected officials should be doing everything in their power to defend free speech rights guaranteed by the First Amendment.
By Samantha Chapman
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