News & Commentary
Jul 07, 2026
Our Latest Claw-suit to Purr-tect the First Amendment
Just because some elected officials can’t take a joke doesn’t mean the government can ban people from making them.
By Anahita Sotoohi, Samuel Crankshaw
Jun 30, 2026
We Took the Fight for Birthright Citizenship to SCOTUS – and We Won
We took the president to SCOTUS to defend birthright citizenship – and we won.
By Molly Curren Rowles, Maggie Nugent
May 21, 2026
Trump Wants Maine Voters' Private Data. A Federal Court Just Stopped Him.
A U.S. district court has dismissed the federal government's lawsuit, blocking its demand for full access to Maine voters' sensitive personal information.
By Zachary Heiden, Maggie Nugent
May 21, 2026
Notes on the Votes: The 2026 Legislative Session in Review (Webinar)
With Maine’s 132nd Legislature officially adjourned, supporters joined a webinar to hear from the ACLU of Maine's policy team about its work in the State House.
May 11, 2026
Remembering Maine Civil Rights Pioneer Gerald E. Talbot
Gerald Talbot pioneered the fight for civil rights in Maine as a leader and the state's first Black legislator. He died on May 9, 2026, at the age of 94.
By Molly Curren Rowles
Apr 15, 2026
We're Taking "Operation Catch of the Day" to Federal Court
We're holding federal agents accountable for violating a Portland resident's civil rights during the reckless operations in January 2026.
By Carol Garvan, Maggie Nugent
Apr 10, 2026
Ask Portland City Council to Protect Due Process and Immigrants' Rights
Portland City Council is considering an ordinance to protect due process and immigrants’ rights – and they need to hear from you. A final vote is expected on May 4. Take action now.
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