The ACLU of Kansas exhausts all possible options before pursuing litigation, which is a last resort. Writing open letters to public officials holds them accountable and can often resolve issues without getting the courts involved.
On October 28, 2024, ACLU of Kansas sent a letter notifying county election officials of our November 5th General Election Protection Program's anticipated polling site locations. The letter discusses the nonpartisan election hotline and the presence of on-site volunteers for in-person assistance
On September 6, 2024, the ACLU of Kansas sent a letter to Shawnee City Councilman Tony Gillette following reports from Shawnee residents who had their comments on the "Tony Gillette for Shawnee" Facebook page deleted or had their access to the page restricted. This letter sought to inform Mr.
On August 19, 2024, the ACLU of Kansas sent a letter notifying county election officials of our August 6, 2024 Primary Election Protection Program results.
On August 19, 2024, the ACLU of Kansas sent a letter notifying a principal at USD 109 in Belleville that her actions facilitating the visit of an individual with Gideons International, who interacted with students to advocate his religious viewpoints, was unconstitutional.
Ahead of the 2024 primary election, on August 2, the ACLU of Kansas sent every county election office in the state an informational letter about the Kansas Election Protection program.
Ahead of the 2024 primary election, on March 12, the ACLU of Kansas sent Michael Abbott an informational letter about the need for language access for Wyandotte County voters.