Schools News
Race Discrimination Discovered at American Bar Association
Apr 25 2024The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has raised concerns about the American Bar Association's (ABA) race-based Judicial Clerkship Program and Internship Opportunity Program. WILL has warned the ABA that these programs may be in violation of various civil rights laws and could be detrimental to students across the country. WILL has indicated that legal action may be pursued if the ABA does not address these issues promptly.In a letter to the ABA, WILL Associate Counsel, Skylar Croy, emphasized the importance of ending discriminatory practices,...
Wisconsin Scouts Facing Challenges as Schools Close Doors
Wisconsin Scouts are encountering increasing difficulties as school doors are shutting on their traditional outreach efforts. Lucia Cronin, who has been involved with Scouting for 29 years, reminisced about a time when a simple call to the school principal would secure a few minutes to speak to students. She recalled, "The principal would welcome us with open arms." However, Scout leaders now lament a shift in attitude from schools, with hundreds of them refusing even brief presentations.Joe Carlson, leading the Boy Scouts council in La Crosse, highlighted the issue,...