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What are the implications of having for-profit companies at the heart of American police departments?

The semiquincentennial anniversary of our nation's founding is approaching, and many of us are reflecting on what freedom, democracy, and civil liberties mean today

We the People is a blog series that features the stories of members, supporters, volunteers, and allies of the American Civil Liberties Union of South Dakota. Together we are accomplishing critical work in our state to protect and advance civil liberties across the Midwest and beyond.

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ACLU 2026 Election Conversation Guides

We the People is a blog series that features the stories of members, supporters, volunteers, and allies of the American Civil Liberties Union of South Dakota. Together we are accomplishing critical work in our state to protect and advance civil liberties across the Midwest and beyond.

Join the ACLU at a No Kings rally to defend our freedoms and our communities. Find information on your rights at a protest and resources for the event below.

The ACLU’s new Congressional Scorecard tracks how federal elected officials are voting on key legislation affecting core civil rights and constitutional freedoms.

Despite government attacks against protesters and the press, documenting interactions with law enforcement and federal agents is protected by the First Amendment. ACLU experts break down what you need to know.