Katelynn Contreras

Katelynn Contreras

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Policy Strategist

Policy

Bio

Katelynn Contreras is a Policy Strategist at the ACLU of Arizona. Her work experience before joining ACLU includes working as a Program Coordinator where she tracked and analyzed policy at the state legislature and Paralegal for a personal injury law firm, as well as various internships with policy-based nonprofits in Arizona. Katelynn graduated from ASU with a Bachelor of Science in Public Service and Public Policy with a concentration in Law as well as a certificate in Paralegal Studies from the University of Arizona. During her time at ASU, Katelynn was an Undergraduate Research Assistant focusing on analyzing climate data across the United States. Katelynn graduated from American University with a Master’s in Public Administration and Policy. In her free time, Katelynn loves to spend time with her puppies, Gene and Tina, as well as trying new coffee shops around the valley and hiking.

Featured Work

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.
News & Commentary
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  • Voting Rights and Elections

The Election Denier's Playbook, Part Three: Election Denial on the Ballot

During the 2022 midterm elections, nearly 300 candidates who refused to accept the 2020 presidential election results appeared on ballots, reaching about 60 percent of voters nationwide. The Arizona offices they sought were not minor. Races for governor, secretary of state, attorney general, and more all featured candidates who had embraced election denialism.

Related Content

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ACLU of Arizona Reacts to Anti- Civil Rights Measures Referred to the 2026 Ballot

After a robust effort by civil rights advocates to stop HCR 2001, HCR 2003, and HCR 2044, the Arizona legislature has bypassed the governor’s veto pen to send harmful ballot referrals to voters.
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  • Voting Rights and Elections

ACLU of Arizona Urges Counties to Protect Voters from Threats of Federal Interference, ICE at Polling Places

Letter sent to county elections administrators explains that any presence of federal agents or troops at polls is prohibited by law
Issue Areas: Voting Rights and Elections