Protect Whales From Military Testing
The Navy wants to conduct training with sonar and explosives that could kill thousands of whales and other marine mammals. Intense sonar will bombard whales with noise so powerful that it can cause their internal organs to hemorrhage and high-powered explosives detonated by Navy ships will have the potential to fatally injure lungs and other organs. Demand the Navy take common sense steps to avoid these unnecessary harms to whales and other marine life.
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Protect Endangered California Condors From Habitat Loss
For the first time ever, critically endangered California condors will be allowed to be incidentally killed during the development of luxury homes, golf courses and a resort. The destruction of this special crea at the hands of wealthy developers must not be allowed.
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Improve Treatment of Orcas in Captivity
Man-made environments for orcas, also known as “killer whales,” are far from satisfactory, causing great emotional distress in these creatures. Demand that the guidelines and laws regarding orcas in captivity be improved and strictly enforced.
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Stop Psychiatric Hospital From ‘Dumping’ Patients Out-of-State
A Las Vegas psychiatric hospital allegedly practices ‘patient dumping,’ busing patients out-of-state with one-way tickets and little or no access to care. Help show psychiatric hospitals that dumping patients with mental disabilities on the streets is unacceptable by signing this petition.
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Animal Welfare
Improve Treatment of Orcas in Captivity
Man-made environments for orcas, also known as “killer whales,” are far from satisfactory, causing great emotional distress in these creatures. Demand that the guidelines and laws regarding orcas in captivity be improved and strictly enforced.
Environment
Protect Whales From Military Testing
The Navy wants to conduct training with sonar and explosives that could kill thousands of whales and other marine mammals. Intense sonar will bombard whales with noise so powerful that it can cause their internal organs to hemorrhage and high-powered explosives detonated by Navy ships will have the potential to fatally injure lungs and other organs. Demand the Navy take common sense steps to avoid these unnecessary harms to whales and other marine life.
Human Rights
Oppose Sending Weapons to Unidentified Syrian Groups
After more than two years of fighting and no end in sight, the Syrian civil war has claimed an estimated 80,000 lives. Urge Senators to reject plans to provide arms to unidentified, dangerous Syrian rebel groups with extremist ties and pursue pressing humanitarian aid goals instead.
Government
Demand Apple Pay Taxes
Apple Inc. has been charged with avoiding $9 billion in tax payments, largely by shifting profits to off-shore accounts. Demand Apple pay its fair share in taxes.
Recent Petitions
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Protect Whales From Military Testing May 23, 2013 07:05
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Protect Endangered California Condors From Habitat Loss May 23, 2013 02:05
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Improve Treatment of Orcas in Captivity May 23, 2013 02:05
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Stop Psychiatric Hospital From ‘Dumping’ Patients Out-of-State May 23, 2013 02:05
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Save Major River From Pollution by Factory Farm May 23, 2013 02:05
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Commend Legalization of Assisted Suicide in Vermont May 23, 2013 02:05
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Thank Judge for Stopping Extreme Abortion Ban May 23, 2013 02:05
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Demand Apple Pay Taxes May 23, 2013 02:05
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Condemn Chicago Public Schools for Closing of Drastic Number of Schools May 23, 2013 02:05
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Oppose Sending Weapons to Unidentified Syrian Groups May 23, 2013 02:05
Recent Articles
Protect Whales From Military Testing
The Navy wants to conduct training with sonar and explosives that could kill thousands of whales and other marine mammals. Intense sonar will bombard whales with noise so powerful that it can cause their internal organs to hemorrhage and high-powered explosives detonated by Navy ships will have the potential to fatally injure lungs and other organs. Demand the Navy take common sense steps to avoid these unnecessary harms to whales and other marine life.
Protect Endangered California Condors From Habitat Loss
For the first time ever, critically endangered California condors will be allowed to be incidentally killed during the development of luxury homes, golf courses and a resort. The destruction of this special crea at the hands of wealthy developers must not be allowed.
Improve Treatment of Orcas in Captivity
Man-made environments for orcas, also known as “killer whales,” are far from satisfactory, causing great emotional distress in these creatures. Demand that the guidelines and laws regarding orcas in captivity be improved and strictly enforced.
Stop Psychiatric Hospital From ‘Dumping’ Patients Out-of-State
A Las Vegas psychiatric hospital allegedly practices ‘patient dumping,’ busing patients out-of-state with one-way tickets and little or no access to care. Help show psychiatric hospitals that dumping patients with mental disabilities on the streets is unacceptable by signing this petition.
Save Major River From Pollution by Factory Farm
A major hog farm was recently issued a permit allowing it to expand along an important national river. The farm of 6,500 hogs would dump two million gallons of waste into surrounding grassland each year. Sign this petition to revoke the permit and maintain the ecosystem along the river, along with the health of the local population.
Commend Legalization of Assisted Suicide in Vermont
It is essential for humans to be able to end their lives legally and comfortably when they are in pain that will not end. Vermont must be commended for recently legalizing assisted suicide.
Thank Judge for Stopping Extreme Abortion Ban
A U.S. District Judge recently prevented a 12-week abortion ban that would make one in 10 abortions illegal in Arkansas. Thank her for standing up for women’s reproductive rights.
Demand Apple Pay Taxes
Apple Inc. has been charged with avoiding $9 billion in tax payments, largely by shifting profits to off-shore accounts. Demand Apple pay its fair share in taxes.
Condemn Chicago Public Schools for Closing of Drastic Number of Schools
Chicago Public School officials will soon close 54 schools, the largest number to ever be closed in the United States. Worse yet, the closings are racially and economically discriminatory. Condemn officials for these aggressive school closings.
Oppose Sending Weapons to Unidentified Syrian Groups
After more than two years of fighting and no end in sight, the Syrian civil war has claimed an estimated 80,000 lives. Urge Senators to reject plans to provide arms to unidentified, dangerous Syrian rebel groups with extremist ties and pursue pressing humanitarian aid goals instead.
Stop Shielding Genetically Modified Food Companies
Senator Merkley recently vowed to repeal a provision that allows biotech food companies to circumvent court orders against new genetically modified organisms and continue to sell the product while it is under investigation. This loophole for companies like Monsanto puts farmers, consumers, and the environment at risk. Tell the senator you support his efforts to repeal this outrageous law.
Demand Justice for Police Dog Who Died After Being Left in Car
A police dog in Mississippi was left unattended in the back of a patrol car overnight and was later found dead. The department has made no effort to determine the cause of death. As this is an animal abuse issue, sign this petition to demand punishment for the officer’s negligence.
Don’t Prosecute High School Girl for Being in a Same-Sex Relationship
A Florida high school student is being charged with sexual battery for being in a consensual, same-sex relationship with another student. The criminal prosecution of this girl is outrageous and must be stopped.
Pledge Support for Oklahoma Tornado Victims
An enormous tornado recently destroyed the town of Moore, Oklahoma, killing and injuring several residents. Pledge your support to the people of Moore and their recovery efforts.
Keep Church and State Separate in Georgia State Parks
The governor of Georgia has ordered Gideon Bibles to be placed in cabins that reside in state parks, despite an objection that they violate the separation of church and state. In the U.S., government is not supposed to endorse any religion over another and this act blatantly promotes Protestant Christianity. Tell the governor to respect the separation of church and state.
Urge Wendy’s to Support Farm Workers’ Rights
Farm Workers in Florida are asking major fast-food chains to improve their lives by paying an extra penny per pound of their tomatoes. So far, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Burger King, and Subway have complied; Wendy’s has not. It is out responsibility to demand that the company sign on to the Fair Food Program and stop participating in the oppression of farmers.
Condemn Judge for Attempting to Destroy Family With Two Moms
A Texas judge is attempting to keep a family apart because the two moms are in a lesbian relationship. By enforcing a ‘morality clause’, the judge could forbid the non-biological mother from living with her partner. Condemn the judge for his efforts to destroy a family based on his bigotry.
Support Legislators Working to Improve Animal Abuse Laws
Legislators from a New York county are trying to implement more effective animal abuse laws. Commend and support them for their efforts to protect innocent animals.
Reject Inadequate Conservation Plans for Grizzly Bears
Grizzly bears are about to be demoted from ‘endangered’ status to ‘threatened.’ Along with a drop in federal protection, a new conservation plan is being proposed that is inadequate. Speak out against these plans to ensure that grizzly bears have enough protection to thrive.
Condemn Congressman for Attempts to Limit Women’s Abortion Rights
An Arizona congressman is trying to extend an unconstitutional abortion bill from the District of Colombia to the rest of the nation. Condemn his actions and ask him to repeal his proposal.
Criticize State Representative for Denying Climate Change
A Minnesota State Representative recently denied that climate change and global warming are real, calling them frauds and lies. Criticize him for standing in the way of awareness and environmentalism.
Colorado Prisons Must Stop Sexually Victimizing Inmates by Staff
Denver prisons have the highest rate of staff sexual abuse against inmates in the nation. Demand Colorado prisons provide a safe place for those victimized, and put a stop to the abuse.
Urge EPA to Close Pollution Loophole
The ‘startup, shutdown, malfunction’ pollution loophole allows industrial facilities to pollute horrible toxins into the air. Tell the EPA that it should end this exemption in order to protect the health and safety of communities across the country.
Remove Dangerous Additive From Organic Products
Carrageenan has been linked to gastrointestinal inflammation and colon cancer. The additive is currently up for renewed approval for use in organic products, and the National Organic Program has recommended approving its use in organics for another five years. This is unacceptable as studies show clear health risks associated with this additive. Carrageenan must be banned in all organic products.
Demand Baltimore Crack Down on Animal Abuse
Animal cruelty standard improvements continue to lag in Baltimore. This is solely because Baltimore city agencies aren’t cooperating with a new anti-animal cruelty commission. Sign this petition and urge the agencies to respect its own city’s efforts to reduce animal cruelty.
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