Russ Feingold

Russ Feingold served as a Democratic senator from Wisconsin from 1993 to 2011 and is currently president of the American Constitution Society.

A replica of the United States Bill of Rights.

Warning: A “Convention of States” Is Practicing to Rewrite the Constitution Warning: A “Convention of States” Is Practicing to Rewrite the Constitution

If a far-right organization gets its way, our country will be thrown into a constitutional crisis.

Jul 14, 2023 / Russ Feingold

Why I Opposed the Patriot Act

Why I Opposed the Patriot Act Why I Opposed the Patriot Act

Reckoning with 20 years of the surveillance state.

Oct 26, 2021 / Russ Feingold

The Constitution Requires a New Civic Reckoning

The Constitution Requires a New Civic Reckoning The Constitution Requires a New Civic Reckoning

There is much work to be done, but former and current civil servants condemning the Trump administration’s corruption restore faith that the work is possible.

Mar 3, 2020 / Russ Feingold

Illinois Voting Machine

The Crosscheck Voter Database Is a Security Threat The Crosscheck Voter Database Is a Security Threat

States should stop participating in the Crosscheck anti-voter-fraud program, especially when there’s a secure alternative.

Feb 2, 2018 / Russ Feingold

voting booth

The Very Legitimacy of Our Democracy Is Under Threat The Very Legitimacy of Our Democracy Is Under Threat

Donald Trump’s presidency is just one element of our disintegrating democracy.

Mar 10, 2017 / Editorial / Russ Feingold

Time To Stop Tinkering With the Machinery of Death Time To Stop Tinkering With the Machinery of Death

When Anthony looked at the calendar, he could see that he had only two days to live. Where must your thoughts run when you taste your own death in your mouth?

Apr 27, 2000 / Editorial / Russ Feingold

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