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May 30, 2013

Protecting Students From Discrimination

In June, the Maine Law Court will hear arguments in an important case about the rights of students to be free from...

May 15, 2013

A Nation of Immigrants

A week and a half ago, I had the privilege of meeting with members of the Maine Immigrant Rights Coalition and staffers of Maine Senator Angus King. We were asked to share our personal immigration stories,...

May 10, 2013

This Week in Civil Liberties: Victories in Maine Legislature and in same-sex marriage

Each Friday, we’ll bring you updates on the latest civil liberties news from Maine and the nation.

Maine Legislative Successes

The ACLU of Maine has...

May 6, 2013

An 8th Grader's Determination Pays Off

It took awhile, but a Gay-Straight Alliance is coming to Carver Middle School.

Bayli Silberstein has been working to establish a GSA at her school in Florida since 2011. She wants to start the...

Apr 22, 2013

The Coolest Prom Around

For many high school students, this time of year means one thing: PROM! The annual dance ritual is a highlight for lots of students, but for others it’s just another occasion to be ridiculed and bullied....

Apr 19, 2013

This Week in Civil Liberties: Immigration Reform, CISPA, and Forced Blood Tests

Each Friday, we’ll bring you updates on the latest civil liberties news from Maine and the nation.

Immigration Reform
The highly anticipated comprehensive...