Alex Gonzalez

Alex Gonzalez

Pronouns: he/him

Communications Strategist

Communications

Bio

Alex Gonzalez joins the ACLU of Arizona with extensive experience as a multilingual storyteller and skilled communicator. Before joining the organization, Alex worked primarily as a broadcast journalist, covering a wide range of issues across the Southwest. He developed a strong interest in stories related to democracy, LGBTQ+ rights, and in amplifying the voices of marginalized and underrepresented communities. In addition to his journalism work, Alex has taught at the University of Arizona in both the Department of Spanish and Portuguese and the School of Journalism.

A proud Tucson native, Alex has a twin sister whom he calls his best friend. He is also the son of two immigrants—his father from Mexico and his mother from Cuba. Alex earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Arizona and later returned to complete a Master of Arts in Latin American Studies. As part of his graduate work, he conducted field research in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2021, exploring the complexities of LGBTQ+ political activism. When he's not working, Alex enjoys going to the gym, spending time with family and friends, and exploring new destinations.

Featured Work

News & Commentary
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  • Voting Rights and Elections

The Election Denier's Playbook, Part Five: The Midterms We Can’t Afford to Sit Out

We’ve covered a lot of ground with the Election Denier’s Playbook, and if one thing has become clear, it's that the stakes in this election cycle are higher than ever before. Presidential elections are known to dominate the news cycle and are hard to ignore. While midterm elections typically don’t garner the same level of attention, they can have a more direct impact on daily life, as they often determine who will lead at the state and local levels.
News & Commentary
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  • Voting Rights and Elections

The Election Denier's Playbook, Part Four: Defending Democracy from a New Wave of Threats

As the 2026 general election quickly approaches, we’re seeing more of the same: election deniers vying for power, conspiracy theories being pushed at the highest levels of government, and widespread mis- and disinformation about election procedures and outcomes.  Just as in past election cycles, engaged and activated citizens are a critical part of the fight to defend our democracy. Here are some issues our legal team, policy experts, and organizers are closely watching — and ways for you to take action.