Republican riot bill could have chilling effect, advocates warn • Wisconsin Examiner A republican bill that broadly defines a riot and opens protesters up civil and criminal penalties spurs a range of concerns.

Wisconsin’s proposed ‘riot’ bill would criminalize peaceful protest by redefining dissent as disorder. Legal experts say it would directly threaten First Amendment rights.

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