Voting Rights

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Voting is the cornerstone of democracy. Maine has a long history of protecting voting rights for all qualified people, and the ACLU of Maine works to preserve and strengthen those protections. We support efforts to make it easier for more qualified people to vote, and oppose measures that would prevent Mainers from participating fully and fairly in our elections.

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The Latest


News & Commentary
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How We're Safeguarding the Midterm Elections

We're prepared to safeguard the midterm elections. Here's what you need to know.
News & Commentary
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Key Legal Updates From a Busy Summer in Court

It's been a very busy summer in court. Catch up on some of the biggest highlights in cases ranging from freedom of speech and religion to voting rights and immigrants' rights.
Know Your Rights
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Federal Agents at the Polls

Every eligible citizen has the right to cast a ballot freely, fairly, and accessibly — without fear of deception or intimidation.
News & Commentary
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The Fight to Protect Maine Voter Data Heads to the First Circuit

The Trump administration is not sharing the true reasons for wanting sensitive voter data: to unlawfully build a national voter database to disenfranchise voters. We're fighting back.

Cases, Campaigns & Legislation


Initiative
Sep 2026

Defending Our Vote & Safeguarding Maine Elections

Voting is the best way to exercise your political power – no matter which candidates, causes, or parties you support. Your vote is your voice and your power, and the world needs to hear it!
Court Case
Aug 25, 2026

United States v. Bellows – Protecting Sensitive Voter Data

We're challenging the federal government’s attempt to access Maine’s unredacted voter file – including information like voters’ Social Security and driver’s license numbers.
Court Case
Aug 27, 2019

Casey et al. v. Yarmouth

Court Case
May 18, 2017

FOAA: Election Integrity Commission