News & Commentary
Nov 07, 2019
The ACLU of South Dakota Honors Native American Heritage Month
During the month of November, we recognize the many sacrifices, contributions and achievements of Native American people, as well as celebrate their rich and vibrant cultures.
Oct 28, 2019
I’m not the first person to come out from a Mormon community and I won’t be the last
Adam Bair, current South Dakotan and former Idahoan, shared their journey of coming out in a deeply religious community in hopes to inspire LGBTQ+ people to live confidently in who they are.
By Adam Bair
Oct 24, 2019
South Dakota Governor Drops Anti-Protest Laws in Settlement Agreement with ACLU
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem and Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg backed down from their unconstitutional attempts to silence protesters.
Oct 11, 2019
What do you want to see the ACLU do in South Dakota?
Anpetu Waśté, it's nice to meet you! I'm Candi.
By Candi Brings Plenty
Sep 25, 2019
We the People: Nancy Jorgensen
Mother, grandmother, wife, and lifelong South Dakotan. Nancy joins us on our We the People blog to share ways people can express their passion and get involved in their community today.
Sep 20, 2019
Our Voices Won’t Be Silenced: Federal Court Blocks S.D. Laws Suppressing Pipeline Protests
By granting this preliminary injunction, the court recognizes that these vague and overbroad laws threaten the First Amendment rights of South Dakotans on every side of the issue.
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