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State Democracy Research Initiative
@UWLawDemocracy
Research hub @WisconsinLaw. Shining a spotlight on democracy, government, and public law in states across the USA.
Madison, WI
statedemocracy.law.wisc.edu
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    State Democracy Research Initiative
    @UWLawDemocracy
    Jul 21
    Can state & local governments ban new detention centers or bar warrantless immigration actions at “sensitive locations” like schools? Check out Bryna Godar & Harrison Stark’s piece in State Court Report exploring these efforts:
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    State Authority to Limit Disruptive Federal Activity
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    State Democracy Research Initiative
    @UWLawDemocracy
    Jul 20
    Recent federal efforts to exert control over state elections appear likely to intensify as the 2026 midterms approach. Our latest explainer examines state laws that provide a potential pathway for reining in federal electoral overreach: go.wisc.edu/324j0q
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    State Democracy Research Initiative
    @UWLawDemocracy
    Jul 7
    Our "Year in Review" panel is happening tomorrow! There is still time to register to attend in person or virtually at go.wisc.edu/62qgi8
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    State Democracy Research Initiative
    @UWLawDemocracy
    Jun 5
    Join us for "Year in Review: Democracy Litigation in SCOTUS and the States" on Wednesday, July 8 @ 3 pm at the Madison Public Library or via Zoom. This panel will discuss significant democracy-related cases at both the state and federal levels. Register at go.wisc.edu/62qgi8
    flyer, with the text: Election Matters 2026. Year in Review: Democracy Litigation in SCOTUS and the States. Wednesday, July 8, 3-4:15 pm CT @ Madison Public Library Community Room + Live-Stream Option Available. Join us on Wednesday, July 8, at 3pm CT for a timely discussion featuring a panel of legal experts. This annual panel, part of the Elections Matters series, will review major democracy-related rulings from the past year at both the state and federal levels. Learn more & register: go.wisc.edu/62qgi8. Panelists include Amit Agarwal Protect Democracy, Christina Bull Arndt California Department of Justice, Julie Murray ACLU State Supreme Court Initiative, Don Verrilli Former Solicitor General of the US. Hosted by the Elections Research Center at UW Madison and the State Democracy Research Initiative, sponsored by Stafford Rosenbaum LLP. Approved for 1.5 WI CLE credits.
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    State Democracy Research Initiative
    @UWLawDemocracy
    Jul 1
    There is still time to register for "Year in Review: Democracy Litigation in SCOTUS and the States", taking place on Wednesday, July 8, from 3-4:15 pm CT. You can join us in person at the Madison Central Library or virtually via Zoom. Register here: go.wisc.edu/62qgi8
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    State Democracy Research Initiative
    @UWLawDemocracy
    Jun 5
    Join us for "Year in Review: Democracy Litigation in SCOTUS and the States" on Wednesday, July 8 @ 3 pm at the Madison Public Library or via Zoom. This panel will discuss significant democracy-related cases at both the state and federal levels. Register at go.wisc.edu/62qgi8
    flyer, with the text: Election Matters 2026. Year in Review: Democracy Litigation in SCOTUS and the States. Wednesday, July 8, 3-4:15 pm CT @ Madison Public Library Community Room + Live-Stream Option Available. Join us on Wednesday, July 8, at 3pm CT for a timely discussion featuring a panel of legal experts. This annual panel, part of the Elections Matters series, will review major democracy-related rulings from the past year at both the state and federal levels. Learn more & register: go.wisc.edu/62qgi8. Panelists include Amit Agarwal Protect Democracy, Christina Bull Arndt California Department of Justice, Julie Murray ACLU State Supreme Court Initiative, Don Verrilli Former Solicitor General of the US. Hosted by the Elections Research Center at UW Madison and the State Democracy Research Initiative, sponsored by Stafford Rosenbaum LLP. Approved for 1.5 WI CLE credits.
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    State Democracy Research Initiative
    @UWLawDemocracy
    Jun 30
    Important reminder: don't forget about state constitutions!
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    State Bar of Wisconsin
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    Jun 29
    Justice Rebecca Dallet & Justice Brian Hagedorn highlight their top 10 reasons the Wisconsin Constitution can be useful to lawyers in their advocacy for clients. 📌Story in our bio.👈 #wisconsinlawyer #wisconsinlaw #wisbar instagr.am/p/DaLDXPcDq4t/
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