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In South Dakota, it's Native American Day, Not Columbus Day
Through honoring the history and culture of Native Americans, the ACLU of South Dakota works to recognize the dishonor in our past and help to remedy the discrimination against Native Americans today.
State Legislatures Need to Block Creation of Nightmarish National Identity System
ACLU of South Dakota in the Media
ACLU Responds to Noem’s Comments in Gender-Affirming Care Amicus Brief
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is erroneously claiming that the federal government is “forcing states to perform harmful, irreversible, and unscientific medical procedures on children."
ACLU Appoints Libby Skarin as Executive Director of Dakotas and Wyoming Chapter
As executive director, Skarin will oversee chapter operations and lead efforts to ensure the work of the ACLU is well-supported, coordinated and aligned with its strategic plan to further advance civil...
Em Powers Joins ACLU of South Dakota as Communications Intern
As an intern, Powers will develop substantive skills and professional experience through on-the-job learning and will work alongside ACLU communications staff to help execute the ACLU’s storytelling and...
So You Got Blocked by a Politician on Social Media
When an elected official blocks a constituent from accessing their social media pages it may be an unconstitutional restriction on the constituent’s right to free speech under the First Amendment.