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https://action.aclu.org/event/protecting-free-expression-and-free-pressJoin the Central Illinois Chapter of the ACLU of Illinois and the Student Chapter of the ACLU of Illinois at Illinois State University for Protecting Free Expression and a Free Press on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Illinois Wesleyan University. The hybrid event is designed to explore how best to protect free expression and press freedom when they are increasingly coming under political attack. The event will feature a panel discussion followed by audience questions and answers.
Hear directly from:
R.C. McBride, Executive Director, WGLT/Bloomington-Normal's Public Media & WCBU/Peoria Public Radio, NPR Board Member
Adam Steinbaugh, Senior Attorney, Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
Edwin Yohnka, Director of Communications and Public Policy, ACLU of Illinois
The Fall Election for our Chapter's Steering Committee Members will be conducted immediately before the panel. The slate of Steering Committee members who are standing for re-election for 2026 - 2027 term will be named and the vote will be called. All ACLU members in good standing (dues paid) who currently live in McLean, Livingston, or DeWitt counties in Illinois may vote.
Please contact [email protected] with any questions in advance of the event.
The ACLU of Illinois strives to create inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to fully engage with its programming. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations to better participate in these events, please reach out to us.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Illinois Wesleyan University, 201 Beecher St, Bloomington, IL 61701-7222, United States
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