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Dec 30, 2025
Thank you, Maine!
As we round out the year, we'd like to say thank you. Thank you, Maine, for making our work possible and for inspiring us every day. We can't wait to see you in 2026.
Nov 07, 2025
Defending Due Process in the Face of ICE in Maine
Maine towns and cities do not have to be complicit in the president’s abuses of power and violations of our rights.
By Michael Kebede
Oct 07, 2025
The Freedom to Read: Defending Libraries and Democracy Against Book Bans in Maine
This Banned Books Week, we’re teaming up with the Maine Library Association to defend the freedom to read – because democracy depends on open access to ideas.
By Aaron Rosenblum, Cathleen Miller, Maine Library Association
Sep 03, 2025
Know Your Rights in Encounters with Law Enforcement and Military Troops
The recent militarization of D.C. is a reminder of how quickly government power can expand. Our guide explains what to do if you’re stopped by police or troops.
Jul 30, 2025
Your Questions Answered: The Supreme Court's Impact On Our Rights
The court's rulings—and its shifting procedures—signal lasting threats to civil liberties.
Jul 23, 2025
AI Could Exacerbate Inequality, Experts Warn
At the ACLU’s Civil Rights in the Digital Age AI Summit, leaders convened to evaluate the civil rights landscape of artificial intelligence and tech, and how we can call for policies that center privacy, fairness, and equity.
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