News & Commentary
Aug 22, 2023
Unchecked Growth: Private Prison Corporations and Immigration Detention, Three Years Into the Biden Administration
In July, more than 90 percent of the average 30,000 people held daily in ICE detention were housed in private facilities, as private corporation revenues from immigrant detention soar.
Aug 15, 2023
Maine Bus Line Must Stop Letting Federal Agents Trample on Passengers' Rights
Cyr Bus Line allows Customs and Border Patrol agents to board their buses and unconstitutionally harass and detain customers. The solution is simple: Cyr needs to tell CBP agents they cannot board their buses without a warrant – something Greyhound and Concord Coach already do.
By Carol Garvan
Aug 14, 2023
Maine Lawsuit on Hotel Accessibility Reaches the Supreme Court
When a hotel fails to provide accessibility features on its website, prospective guests with disabilities can’t know if it is safe and usable. This is discrimination.
Aug 02, 2023
Dear Cyr Bus Line: Stop Letting CBP Harass, Detain Your Customers
Cyr Bus Line is letting federal agents violate passengers' rights. They could put a stop to it just like Greyhound and Concord Coach.
Jul 12, 2023
Moving Beyond the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Rulings
The work to ensure educational opportunities for people of color continues, despite the court’s decision.
Jun 15, 2023
Protecting the Indian Child Welfare Act at the State Level
The Supreme Court issued a landmark victory for tribal sovereignty in Brackeen v. Haaland.
Jun 05, 2023
Pride Month in Maine
Communities throughout Maine are gathering to celebrate pride. Find an event near you and get involved!
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