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Support Legislation that would Preserve Planned Parenthood Funding

Republican Congressman Bob Dold is taking a stand for women’s health care and Planned Parenthood. Despite attacks from fellow Republicans, he recently introduced new legislation that would help preserve funding for Planned Parenthood. Support Rep. Dold’s commitment to family planning and women’s reproductive health services.

Repeal Intolerant Gay Marriage Ban in North Carolina

North Carolina voted to pass an amendment that will effectively ban gay marriage and civil unions in the state. This is a step backwards for the gay rights movement, and such intolerance cannot be ignored. Ask the Supreme Court to repeal this archaic amendment.

Demand Presidential Candidates Condemn any Suppression of Speech During 2012 Elections

With the 2012 election cycle beginning to pick up steam, we will likely see numerous political protest actions arise. There have been numerous cases where this right has not been respected by state and federal authorities. President Obama and candidate Romney must elicit a bipartisan agreement intended to protect the right to free speech and assembly.

Support Green Zoning Initiatives in Detroit

A new zoning project in Detroit has the potential to turn the city into a pioneer of urban ecology by building efficient, useful green spaces. But these environmental initiatives will only move forward if there is enough demonstrated public interest in them. Show your support for a greener Detroit today.

Hold Wyoming Premium Farms Employees Accountable For Abusing and Neglecting Pigs

In a horrifying video from the Humane Society, piglets were grabbed and thrown in the air and sows were punched, kicked and beaten. Many of the animals were also left to suffer with gaping holes in their flesh. Tell Wyoming Premium Farms Manager Doug DeRouchey that a full and thorough investigation into these horrific cases of abuse must be conducted and the offenders must be held accountable.

Do Not Allow Oil Drilling in Polar Bear Habitat

Earlier this year, Shell Oil received preliminary approval to explore oil and natural gas resources in the Polar Bear Seas off the northern coast of Alaska. Now, President Obama is getting ready to make a final decision on drilling in the Arctic. We must stop Shell Oil from drilling in Alaska and prevent disaster for the polar bears and other animals that live in this fragile wilderness.

Save the Yangtze Finless Porpoise From Certain Extinction

Over the past two months more than 30 Yangtze porpoises have washed up dead on shore. The species is already on the brink of extinction and the Chinese government must act immediately if it has any hopes of saving the species.

Bring Criminals on Native American Reservations to Justice

The incidence of crime in Native American communities far exceeds the average crime rate in the rest of the country. Part of the reason for this is that the U.S. federal government, though often asked by Native American authorities to take a hand in serious cases of crime, usually refuses to do. We must ask the Department of Justice to change this trend by implementing standards of procedure that would require the government to aid Native American authorities in finding and convicting criminals.

Demand Justice for Women Sexually Assaulted in Egypt

During protests last week, women were sexually assaulted by troops and prison authorities. One woman said troops stormed a mosque she was hiding in during the protest and took turns insulting, groping, smacking, and spitting at her and other women. Sign this petition to demand an investigation and justice for these women.

Hundreds of Dolphins and Pelicans Found Dead on the Peruvian Coastline

Since the beginning of the year, Peru’s northern coastline has been plagued by the mysterious deaths of numerous dolphins and seabirds. As investigators research clues that may have led to this anomaly, Peru’s Health Ministry must strengthen their protection of the country’s coastline to better prepare for crises like this.

Save Cats and Dogs in South Korea from Brutal Deaths

Each year in South Korea, two million animals suffer gruesome deaths in the illicit cat and dog meat trade industry. Despite the fact that only a small minority of South Koreans consumes cat and dog meat, the industry thrives because of the perpetuation of myths and government indifference. South Korean officials must work to enforce animal protection laws in order to save innocent cats and dogs from horrific deaths.

Demand Government Reduce the Impact of Natural Gas Development on Wildlife in Wyoming

Natural gas development is causing pronghorn populations in Wyoming to decline by 50 percent, according to a new study. Loss of habitat due to infrastructure associated with petroleum extraction is causing pronghorn to lose their wintering grounds. Demand federal land managers implement changes to protect pronghorn populations.

Save Cambodia’s Dwindling Forests: End Rampant Deforestation

Government sanctioned deforestation has demolished nearly all of Cambodia’s forests. Distinctly diverse ecosystems and the indigenous peoples who depend on them are at risk of complete destruction. Cambodia must act to protect and conserve its environment.

Support New Legislation that Terminates the TSA and Privatizes Airport Security

The Transportation Security Administration is acknowledged more for its deeds of indecency than its ability to secure safe travel. Its methods of security are founded in the abuse and harassment of innocent Americans, and such atrocities must stop. Support new legislation that aims to terminate the TSA and once again privatize airport security, ending the agency’s rampage on personal freedoms.

Protect Horseshoe Crabs on Long Island

The horseshoe crab population in Long Island is being decimated to serve as bait for more lucrative catches. This is an unfortunate turn of events for an animal that is extremely important to medical science and deserves to be protected. Lend your voice to protecting these animals before they are gone.

Stop Illegal Amazon Loggers from Killing and Torturing Citizens

Illegal loggers are torturing, threatening and killing local farmers in the Amazon. Brazilian authorities must take immediate action to protect its citizens from these wrongful deaths and abuses.

Enact Philippine Bill to Better Handle Disappearances

In the Philippines, disappearances are treated poorly. For the last decade, hundreds of disappearances have gone unsolved and no perpetrators were convicted or penalized. Sign this petition asking the Philippine Congress to enact a new bill before they adjourn June 7th, that will improve these pitfalls.

Require Political Organizations Spending Millions on Political Ads to Prove Their Money Comes from Legal Sources

In modern politics, massive amounts of money are being used to sway elections. Unfortunately, some ’501(c)(4) non-profit’ groups have utilized loopholes to allow unlimited, undisclosed donations by secret donors. The FEC must ensure that all money being spent in our elections complies with the law, and that a legal loophole does not allow for unlimited and unaccountable donation to buy elections.

Don’t Punish Canadian Soldier for Speaking Out About Military Health Services

A soldier from Manitoba, Canada spoke to the media about a lack of medical and mental health services in the military, against the orders of a superior to keep quiet. He now could face two charges and could receive a fine of up to $800, time in a military jail, or both. Tell the National Defence not to discipline Cpl. Stoesz for speaking out, and to ensure adequate health services for military personnel.

Release Woman Arrested for Defending Herself from Domestic Abuse

Marissa Alexander is a 31 year old mother, with no history of violence, who is currently imprisoned for protecting herself from an abusive husband. In August of 2010, Mrs. Alexander got into an altercation with her husband, a man with a long history of violence directed at women. In fear for her safety, Alexander fired a warning shot into the ceiling and now faces over two decades in prison. This petition is directed at the DOJ, both to raise awareness of the situation, as well as to ask them to look further into this matter.

Demand Fox News Apologize For Guest’s Misogyny

Early this month, Fox News Channel hosted Rev. Jesse Lee Peterson, a tea party activist, as a guest on their program. Rev. Jesse Lee Peterson has claimed on multiple occasions that allowing women to vote is a mistake, women are irrational and incapable of handling important issues, and that liberal women are sluts. Tell Fox News Channel that it is unacceptable to host this kind of hate speech against women.

Oppose the Heartland Institute’s Disgraceful Billboard Ad

Conservative think tank organization the Heartland Institute recently released an ad campaign comparing those concerned with climate change to mass murderers and terrorists. Tell our nation’s representatives to oppose this ignorant attack on the environmentally responsible population.

Don’t Make Cancer Patients Wait For Life-Saving Drugs

A bipartisan bill that would help prevent drug shortages for cancer patients has been stuck in Committee for over a year. With twenty-eight different cancer drugs now in shortage, and more than half a million patients at risk, Congress must move to pass this bill immediately.

Dolphins at Swiss Marine Park Died As a Result of Drugs

The untimely deaths of two dolphins at a Switzerland marine park has been attributed to the ingesting of an opiate found commonly at raves that has heroin-like qualities. The marine park and its management must take responsibility and be held accountable for these gruesome dolphin deaths.

Do Not Allow Free Speech Restrictions in Libya

The newly formed de facto parliament of Libya created a law that does not allow criticism of Libya, its people, or the February 17 Revolution in 2011, which overthrew leader Muammar Gaddafi. These new laws are similar to restrictions of free speech by Gaddafi when he was in power. Sign this petition telling the National Transitional Council (NTC) not to restrict freedom of speech for its people.

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