Christopher Ott, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin (as of late March 2017).
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ACLU Blasts Waukesha Sheriff on Mensah Hiring
Undermines 'trust with the people' they serve and puts them at 'extraordinary risk.'
Jan 27th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
ACLU of Wisconsin Responds to Charging Decision in Fatal Shooting Of Alvin Cole
Oct 7th, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Jacob Blake Handcuffed to Hospital Bed
Groups call for Kenosha law enforcement leaders resignation or dismissal.
Aug 28th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Milwaukee Federal Agent “Surge” Nothing New?
Different than Portland, continues past help, Chisholm and DeSiato explain.
Jul 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
ACLU of Wisconsin: President Trump Should Not Deploy Troops to Milwaukee
Jul 23rd, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Are Police Overreacting to Protests?
So says ACLU, others. Others want a tougher response. What’s the proper balance?
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
ACLU of Wisconsin Condemns Excessive Force By Police Against Protesters
Jun 1st, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Wisconsin Politicos Respond to Safer At Home Ruling
Politicians, lobbyists and activists fall back on party line in attacking or praising decision.
May 14th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin, Erik Gunn, Isiah Holmes and Henry Redman
New ACLU Report: Black People Four Times More Likely to Get Arrested for Marijuana Possession in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has 14th highest racial disparities in arrests, among 17 states where arrests for marijuana increased from 2010 to 2018
Apr 20th, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
County Jails Cut Inmate Population
Eau Claire down by 49%. Sheriffs try to prevent COVID-19 outbreaks among inmates, staff.
Apr 12th, 2020 by Rich Kremer
ACLU Suit Calls for Elderly Inmates Release
State ACLU leader calls state prisons a “ticking time bomb” on COVID-19 for elderly and vulnerable.
Apr 11th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
ACLU of Wisconsin Files Lawsuit in State Supreme Court Seeking Release of Vulnerable People Amid COVID-19
An outbreak of COVID-19 in Wisconsin prisons could overwhelm available hospital beds and ICU units in communities where prisons are located
Apr 10th, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Wisconsin’s Incarcerated are in Danger
Activists urge action to protect incarcerated individuals during this pandemic.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Pandemic Forces State Prisons to Adapt
Evers halts admissions, DOC implements measures to minimize the risk.
Mar 23rd, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
ACLU of Wisconsin Commends Governor Evers for Vetoing Prison Expanding Legislation
Feb 28th, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU of Wisconsin Statement on Appeals Court Ruling Blocking Attempted Voter Purge
Feb 28th, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU of Wisconsin Condemns Expansion of Trump’s Travel Ban
Feb 3rd, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Hundreds Rally at State Capitol to Push for Criminal Justice Reform
Jan 30th, 2020 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Lawsuit Would Take Marsy’s Law Off April Ballot
Advocacy groups, attorneys argue victims rights constitutional amendment leaves voters in the dark on its sweeping impact.
Dec 23rd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
ACLU of Wisconsin Statement on Menomonee Falls School Board Decision to Retire Racist Mascot
“We are pleased with the decision by the Menomonee Falls School board to end the perpetuation of negative and damaging stereotypes about indigenous people through the use of a racist mascot.”
Dec 9th, 2019 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Terrorizing Immigrants Makes Us Less Safe
ACLU demands investigation of arrest of Jose De la Cruz-Espinoza by ICE and Milwaukee Police.
Nov 21st, 2019 by Chris Ott
ACLU of Wisconsin Statement on Governor Evers Signing Anti-Protest Bill Into Law
“We are deeply disappointed by Governor Evers’ decision to sign this harmful and unnecessary legislation, despite strong opposition from environmental and civil rights advocates and Native Tribes across the state.”
Nov 20th, 2019 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU of Wisconsin Calls on Menomonee Falls to Retire Racist Mascot
“Race-based mascots and imagery perpetuate damaging stereotypes and undermine the educational experience of all students,” said Chris Ott, ACLU of Wisconsin executive director.
Nov 12th, 2019 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU of Wisconsin Condemns Anti-Protest Bill
AB 426 seeks to silence activists with the threat of felony charges for protesting at “critical infrastructure” facilities
Nov 6th, 2019 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU sues Milwaukee Police Department for unconstitutional conduct during Sherman Park demonstrations
“The Milwaukee Police Department has demonstrated its custom of using excessive force to disperse people peacefully exercising their First Amendment rights, and our clients suffered real harm as a result of that policy.”
May 29th, 2019 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
State Facing Endless Lawsuits?
Suits by governor, legislature, citizens coming on lame duck laws, gerrymandering.
Dec 18th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
“Not Guilty” Ruling Doesn’t Make Things Right
Reporter Edgar Mendez reflects on his arrest and treatment by Milwaukee Police for doing his job.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
ACLU Hires Maxine Webb as Development Director
In Maxine's role as Development Director, she leads the revenue generation strategy for the statewide Annual & Major Gifts programs and represents the ACLU in the community.
Oct 8th, 2018 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU Targets Anti-Panhandling Laws
Citing Supreme Court case, calls on five suburbs to repeal ordinances against panhandling.
Sep 5th, 2018 by Mary Kate McCoy
ACLU Increases Its Impact
More political activism and big boost in membership gives liberal group more clout.
Jul 30th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Inadequate policies and practices of Wisconsin sheriffs threaten rights of immigrant communities in the state
Amid growing concern over harsh measures against immigrants, ACLU outreach to all county sheriffs in Wisconsin has found few policies that meet constitutional requirements.
Jul 19th, 2018 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU Showcases Photographs of the Resistance at April 20 Gallery Night
The event will be held Friday, April 20, from 5 to 10 p.m. at the ACLU Milwaukee office, 207 E. Buffalo St., Suite 325.
Apr 18th, 2018 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU-WI Announces Voter Education Push Around Wisconsin Supreme Court Race
Effort includes voter outreach by mail, phone and online
Apr 2nd, 2018 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU hires Milwaukee native Cassandra Bowers as Communications Director
Cassandra holds a master’s degree in management with a concentration in leadership diversity from Cardinal Stritch University.
Dec 12th, 2017 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Waukesha County Sheriff Applies To Have Deputies Become Part of Trump’s Immigration Force
This is not the first time the Waukesha County Sheriff has sought to participate in the 287(g) program.
Oct 25th, 2017 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Wisconsin Gerrymandering Case Before the U.S. Supreme Court Tomorrow
ACLU of Wisconsin filed a friend-of-the-court brief arguing gerrymandering scheme is unconstitutional
Oct 2nd, 2017 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU of Wisconsin Files Lawsuit Demanding Documents on Implementation of Trump Muslim Ban
Today’s action is part of a total of 13 FOIA lawsuits filed by ACLU affiliates across the country.
Apr 12th, 2017 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
ACLU of Wisconsin hires Ott as executive director
As statewide membership doubles, civil liberties organization brings the national experience of a Wisconsin native to its statewide office in Milwaukee.
Feb 16th, 2017 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
