Court Blocks Unlawful Federal Access to Private Wisconsin Voter Information in United States v. Wisconsin Elections Commission, Forward Latino, Common Cause, and Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans
Franklin, WI – Forward Latino, Inc. applauds today’s ruling in United States of America v. Wisconsin Election Commission, Forward Latino, Common Cause, and the Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans, a landmark decision that protects the privacy and security of Wisconsin voters by preventing the U.S. Department of Justice from unlawfully obtaining sensitive voter information. The ruling represents a significant victory for voter privacy, election integrity, and the constitutional limits placed on federal government authority.
Statement by National President Darryl Morin:
“This ruling represents an important victory for every American who believes in fair, transparent, and lawful elections, and in the fundamental principle that every eligible citizen’s vote deserves to be counted and protected.
For years, our nation has witnessed a steady stream of false claims and conspiracy theories designed to undermine public confidence in our elections and cast doubt on the legitimacy of lawful outcomes. These attacks have not only weakened trust in our democratic institutions, but in some cases have fueled dangerous efforts to overturn the will of the people through schemes involving fake electors and even violence against our nation’s Capitol on January 6th.
In America, honest debate is healthy. Disagreement is part of democracy. Elections themselves are the mechanism through which the people peacefully decide the future of our nation. But when misinformation and political extremism threaten the constitutional principles of equality, representation, and the rule of law, we all have a responsibility to stand up and defend them through lawful and peaceful means. That is why Forward Latino proudly stood alongside the Wisconsin Elections Commission, Common Cause, the Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans, and our fellow partners in defense of not only the lawful right to vote, but the integrity of our democratic system itself.
Today’s ruling reaffirms that the Constitution, the rule of law, and the voices of lawful voters remain stronger than fear, disinformation, and political intimidation.
Forward Latino wishes to acknowledge the outstanding work of counsel at Elias Law Group LLP and Pines Bach LLP.
God bless the great State of Wisconsin, and God bless the United States of America.”
About Forward Latino:
Forward Latino advocates for community empowerment, democracy, and civil rights while addressing hate crimes, gun violence, and the needs of veterans and working families. We train and support a diverse network of Hispanic leaders to meet the civic, economic, and political challenges of the 21st century. Learn more at www.forwardlatino.org .
