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Maine Civic Actions
Looking for actions you can take in Maine to effect change in our state? Here are things you can do today


Why voting NO on Question 1 is vital!
https://www.mainedems.org/protectabsentee Karen Levine Egee We all know MAGA is trying to suppress Democratic voting. Here in Maine, Referendum Question 1 on the November ballot is part of that nationwide scheme. “Question 1 is a direct attack on Maine’s absentee voting system. Forty percent of Mainers voted absentee in the last election. If passed, Question 1 would dismantle the system nearly half of us rely on to make our voices heard.” – Maine Dems There are already plenty

karenegeemaine
Oct 14, 20253 min read


Friggen UNITE! Search our database of Maine organizations and show up in any way you can. It all matters.
Find Actions and UNITE! I’m sure you’ve heard by now (or perhaps you attended): Bernie Sanders was here —84 years old and still as...
Rachel Flehinger
Sep 9, 20251 min read


Bernie Sander's Fighting Oligarchy Rally, Portland, September 1
Bernie Sanders embraces Troy Jackson By George Simonson Mary and I went to the Portland installment tonight of Bernie Sanders' nationwide...

karenegeemaine
Sep 2, 20252 min read


A Conversation with Graham Platner: Community, Democracy, and You
Graham Platner By Rachel Flehnger To know that this little thing we call Activate Maine is valued—that the message we work so hard to...

karenegeemaine
Aug 28, 20252 min read
In response to Rachel's "The Zombie's Are Here" blog post
Link to Rachel's Blogpost https://www.activatemaine.com/post/the-zombies-are-here July 16,2025 Rachel, We totally agree with you. As...

karenegeemaine
Jul 16, 20251 min read


The Zombies are Here!
Here’s the thing about zombies, they were tenacious and determined but myopic only looking to overtake their dinner. The soulless were easil
Rachel Flehinger
Jul 14, 20253 min read


The Maine People’s Alliance
Mike Allen, Ph.D. With 32,000 members, the Maine People’s Alliance (MPA) is the largest community action organization in Maine. This...
Mike Allen Ph.D.
Jul 2, 20252 min read


Take Action Town Hall (6/26/25): What's Happening to MaineCare?
By Mike Allen, Ph.D. The first of many planned Take Action Town Hall events took place last Thursday night at the Fairfield Community...
Mike Allen Ph.D.
Jul 2, 20252 min read


Introducing New Video Series:"The Rebel's Playbook"
We’re excited to launch a new video series designed for this moment. Created by Activated Mainer Jarrod Dumas—a passionate social studies...

Activate Kate
Jun 18, 20251 min read


Get Ready: June 14 is No Kings Day — Show Up How You Can
On Saturday, June 14, Maine will join the No Kings National Day of Defiance—a coordinated mass mobilization action rejecting Trump’s made-for-TV 79th birthday farce.

Activate Kate
May 15, 20251 min read


My First Experience Testifying for a Bill Before the Maine State Legislature
Guest contributor Sarah McDarby shares her experience testify for a bill in Maine
Sarah McDarby
May 6, 20252 min read


Nearly 6,000 Mainers. 26 towns. One big message: We’re not backing down.
Nearly 6,000 people gathered across 26 towns, standing together against the Trump administration’s anti-worker agenda.

Activate Kate
May 2, 20251 min read


May Day Actions Across Maine
"May Day Strong" actions in Maine from May 1- May 3 will unite working people, parents, students, and community members in peaceful protest.

Activate Kate
Apr 28, 20251 min read


Maine Turned Out on April 19. The Momentum is Real.
More than 30 "Day of Action" rallies filled our calendar, stretching from Caribou to York. And Mainers showed up!

Activate Kate
Apr 20, 20251 min read


April 19th Day of Action: Call For Help and Locations
Another day of action is coming up and locations are popping up! A day of action has been called for April 19, 2025, and multiple...
Rachel Flehinger
Apr 15, 20252 min read


A Guide to Contacting Your Maine Representatives: Making Your Voice Heard
A guide to contacting your representatives in Maine
Rachel Flehinger
Mar 31, 20255 min read
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