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Audience applauding Prof. Anna Welch as she speaks at podium.

33rd Annual Scolnik Award Celebration

Join us on November 19, 2026, to celebrate Maine artist Ryan Adams and the people who strengthen civil rights and civil liberties in Maine.
Nov 19, 2026 | 5:00 PM (ET)
News & Commentary
McGonigle v Curran

Case Closed: First Amendment Win for Cat Jokes – and Criticizing Public Officials

We sued the government for denying a critic access to official events open for public registration. Now we have the government on record committing to treat her like anyone else.
News & Commentary
A person stands at a voting booth marked with an American flag and the word “VOTE” inside a community polling place. The room has wooden floors, orange stacked chairs, and colorful landscape paintings on the walls, with a small U.S. flag displayed nearby.

It's Time to Vote Early in Maine

Early in-person voting is open in Maine! Make your voice heard by November 3.
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Protect Immigrants

Enforcing ICE Out of Maine Laws, How You Can Help

We're holding public officials accountable to the law – and you can help.

Press Releases

Oct 6, 2026

Government Recognizes CatsOnACouch Creator’s Right to Attend Public Events

In a court filing, the government stated it will treat Amanda McGonigle like anyone else when she attends official vice-presidential events and will not prevent people from attending such events based on their protected speech.

Sep 30, 2026

Court Denies Trump Administration’s Bid to Dismiss Case Challenging ICC Sanctions on First Amendment Grounds

A block on the executive order will remain in place as the case proceeds.

Sep 28, 2026

Immigrants’ Rights Advocates File Federal Lawsuit Challenging New Trump Birthright Citizenship Executive Order

Despite the Supreme Court's June ruling in Barbara v. Trump, the administration is again targeting birthright citizenship with another unlawful executive order.

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ICE Out of Maine

New ICE Out of Maine laws will keep rogue agents out of the places we live, learn, and heal. See how you can get involved to make sure state and local officials follow Maine's ICE Out laws.
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Featured Case

Carvajal-Muñoz v. Ravencamp, et. al. – Holding Federal Officials Accountable
No Troops in Our Street poster at a protest in Portland, Maine.

We're suing federal immigration agents for abducting a Portland man and violating his civil rights.

The lawsuit could re-establish a crucial legal avenue for people to hold federal officials accountable under state law for violating constitutional rights.