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Statement Regarding Protests
In response to questions regarding protests following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers, the ACLU of Maine issued the following statement. It can be attributed to Alison Beyea, executive director, ACLU of Maine:
ACLU of Maine Responds to George Floyd Killing
Portland – The ACLU of Maine echoed the calls of the nationwide ACLU and the ACLU of Minnesota for an independent and transparent investigation following the killing of George Floyd, a Black man, by Minneapolis police Monday evening.
2,300 Mainers Call on Governor Mills to Commit to Election Reforms
Changes Needed to Ensure All Eligible Mainers Can Safely Vote During Pandemic
ACLU Statement: Data Dissemination and Privacy
The ACLU of Maine is committed to the public's right to access government records, having litigated the issue in state and federal court on many occasions over the decades.
Advocates Urge Action to Protect People Experiencing Homelessness During Pandemic
Municipalities Should Take Immediate Steps to Reduce Spread of COVID-19