The Freedom to Read: Defending Libraries and Democracy Against Book Bans in Maine

This Banned Books Week, we’re celebrating the freedom to read – because democracy depends on open access to ideas.

By Aaron Rosenblum, Cathleen Miller, Maine Library Association

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Celebrating Maine Artist Ryan Adams, Our 33rd Justice Scolnik Award Recipient

Join us on November 19 to celebrate Ryan and his work championing and amplifying civil rights issues across Maine through free expression.

By Molly Curren Rowles

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Our Case Challenging Trump’s ICC Sanctions Will Move Forward

A federal court will allow our case defending two human rights advocates to proceed. The president’s executive order remains blocked, and our clients can continue their important human rights work as the case proceeds.

By Anahita Sotoohi, Samuel Crankshaw

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Trump is Targeting Birthright Citizenship – Again. So We’re suing – Again.

We already took Trump to the Supreme Court – and won. Now, he’s targeting birthright citizenship with another unlawful executive order, flying in the face of the Court’s June ruling.

By Maggie Nugent

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The Brief: Your September Update

Voting deadlines, fall events, back to school rights, and important legal and policy updates: here’s the latest from the ACLU of Maine

By Aaron Rosenblum, Maggie Nugent

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Enforcing ICE Out of Maine Laws, How You Can Help

We’re holding public officials accountable to the law – and you can help.

By Samuel Crankshaw, Michael Kebede

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How We’re Safeguarding the Midterm Elections

We’re prepared to safeguard the midterm elections. Here’s what you need to know.

By Molly Curren Rowles

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Key Legal Updates From a Busy Summer in Court

It’s been a very busy summer in court. Catch up on some of the biggest highlights in cases ranging from freedom of speech and religion to voting rights and immigrants’ rights.

By Carol Garvan

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Back to School 2026: A Know Your Rights Guide for Students, Faculty, & Staff

It’s more important than ever for students, families, teachers, and school staff to know their rights and how to protect them.

By Molly Curren Rowles, Maggie Nugent

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