This event is organized by volunteers who are not affiliated with the ACLU or the ACLU of Maine. We will be there to gather with the community and share resources.
President Trump is abusing his power by gutting essential services, and he's trampling on our civil rights and liberties to do it. That's why we're joining the community to send a clear message: Hands off our services. Hands off our rights. Hands off our communities.
We're facing an unprecedented power grab – and our communities are paying the price. As President Donald Trump exceeds the limits of his office's powers, it's our rights that are on the line. It's our schools that will suffer from funding cuts. Our immigrant neighbors and family members who are being targeted and punished. Our trans communities who will suffer without needed lifesaving medical care.
The First Amendment protects our right to speak, protest, publish, learn, and dissent – without fear of punishment from the government. Free speech belongs to the people. And we will not be silenced.
There are Hands Off events throughout Maine on Saturday, April 5, from York to Lubec to Presque Isle.
Come see us at the Portland event from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: Monument Square, Portland
When: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., April 5, 2025
Know Your Rights When Protesting:
- Know Your Rights Social Media Graphic
- Know Your Rights booklet (English/Español)
- Know Your Rights fact sheet (English/Español)
- Full Know Your Rights page
A core principle behind all Hands Off! events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.
Check out HandsOff2025.com for more information.
Accessibility
- This event meets ADA standards
- Mainly flat ground
- Have accessibility questions? Reply to your registration email to confirm your requirements or request more information.
