Civil Rights
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Racial Disparities Task Force Releases 18 Police Reform Recommendations
The recommendations, which carry no legal weight, have an uncertain path to becoming law.
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‘Accountability, Not Justice’: Black Leaders Say Chauvin Verdict Is Far From Enough
Police reform advocates cite ongoing frustrations, vow to “use this as a stepping stone” toward equality.
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DPI Finds ‘Severe, Pervasive, and Persistent’ Racism in Burlington Schools
A school district is put on notice, years after a mother first started fighting racism in the community.
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‘Saying the Racist Part Out Loud’: Mandela Barnes Blasts Ron Johnson on National TV
Lt. Governor adds to a chorus of criticism against the senator. Rep. Grothman slammed for separate comments about Black Lives Matter.
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This Isn’t Your Grandma’s ERA. Wisconsin Dems Go Big on a New Equal Rights Amendment.
State constitution would bar discrimination on the basis of gender as the original ERA, but also offer protection in many more ways.
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Could Wisconsin Be the Next State to Overhaul Qualified Immunity Protection for Police?
Task Force on Racial Disparities begins discussion on the controversial legal doctrine during a Kenosha meeting.
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State Superintendent Candidate Makes Racist Tweet, Deletes Twitter Account
“If you’re running for State Superintendent you should understand how problematic this tweet is.”
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The True Story Behind Abolitionists Who Helped Joshua Glover Escape
“It’s a white hero rescuing Black people, and I think that that serves a very particular narrative.”
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‘Get Work Done’: Racial Disparities Task Force Meets After Steineke’s Email
Some members say they are disheartened, but still committed to addressing Wisconsin’s nation-worst racial disparities.
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Burlington Mom Forced to Leave Town After Speaking Out About Racism in Local Schools
After tensions erupted last year, a local anti-racism group says the school district is doing the bare minimum.
