AUGUSTA - Guided by science, compassion, and a commitment to community health, leading advocacy groups and direct service providers today call on Maine government leaders to take immediate and coordinated steps to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 for incarcerated Mainers.
Immigrant Communities Report Continued Harassment Despite Health Risks
The ACLU of Maine today joined voting rights advocates from around the state in urging the governor and secretary of state to take steps to ensure all eligible Mainers can vote in upcoming elections.
Public health experts have all clearly stated that preventing the harm inflicted by COVID-19 can become immensely more difficult for people involved in the criminal legal system.
Advocates Say Harm Reduction Measure is Important Step Toward Drug Law Reform
Group Offers Guidance to Government Officials