News and Updates INTERVIEW | Rick Esenberg on Capital City Sunday WILL President and General Counsel, Rick Esenberg, talks with WKOW's A. J. Bayatpour about the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court decision that ruled Dr. Fred Prehn could remain on the Natural Resources Board. Esenberg also commented on the Evers Administration lawsuit against Wisconsin's abortion ban. Watch Here NEW | School Board Resources Check out WILL’s newest resource – Model School Board Policies! Over the last two years, many parents and community members have run for office and won elections for school board. But once they are on the board, it is difficult to determine how best to discuss and implement policies that empower parents and create an environment of transparency. WILL’s Restoring American Education initiative is the answer to that challenge. Read Here VICTORY | Oconomowoc Area School District Backs Down on Legal Threat The Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD) announced that despite issuing a cease-and-desist letter threatening a defamation lawsuit to local parent and activist, Alexandra Schweitzer, the District now considers the “issue closed.” WILL sent a letter to OASD attorneys in mid-June, on behalf of Ms. Schweitzer, explaining that her public statements do not meet the legal standard for defamation and that her speech is protected by the First Amendment. The OASD statement indicates there will be no forthcoming legal action against Ms. Schweitzer. Read Here OPINION | Wisconsin Democrats Abandon the Rule of Law to Protect Abortion WILL President and General Counsel, Rick Esenberg, wrote in National Review on statements made by Governor Evers and Attorney General Kaul that explicitly violate their oaths of office to not enforce a statute that prohibits most abortions. Esenberg writes, "In categorically promising to excuse all violations of this particular law, Evers has arrogated to himself the power to rescind it. On abortion, he believes himself to be not only governor but judge and lawmaker." Read Here WILL is Hiring! WILL is looking for an attorney with 0-4 years of experience to bring cutting-edge, strategic litigation before the Wisconsin state courts, analyze legislation and engage in policy analysis, and help advocate for freedom. Recent law school graduates are welcome to apply. Salary is competitive with an exceptionally attractive benefits package, including health, life, dental, HSA and 401(k) plan. Learn More Donate The work we do would not be possible without the generosity of our donors; we are a tax exempt 501(c)(3) organization that receives no public funds. As a non-profit and non-partisan organization, we litigate in the areas of equality under the law, property rights, the freedom to earn a living, voting rights, regulation, taxation, school choice, and religious freedom. As an educational organization, we strive to advance the debate concerning law and public policy in these and other areas. Please consider making a donation to fight for freedom. Support Liberty Read more at www.will-law.org ‌ ‌ ‌ Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty | 330 E. Kilbourn, Suite 725, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!