How charity behind Madison 'autonomous zone' raked in tax dollars
A Wisconsin nonprofit group leading an illegal protest encampment that blocked traffic enjoys lavish federal, state, and local funding.
TL;DR
- Freedom Inc., a Wisconsin nonprofit, led an illegal protest encampment in Madison that blocked traffic.
- The group has received over $5 million in federal, state, and local funding since 2020.
- Madison awarded Freedom Inc. at least $149,000 this year for youth programs.
- Freedom Inc. was involved in the protest by pitching a tent, handing out supplies, and forming demands.
- The city eventually cleared the encampment after protesters ignored calls to disperse.
- Freedom Inc. organized a "Mass Mobilization" protest at the Wisconsin state capitol.
- The nonprofit receives public funds for charitable programs while engaging in political advocacy.
- Funding has been provided for initiatives such as 'Older Adult Services,' 'Family Strengthening,' and programs for immigrant and refugee work.