Stop Neglect From Taking More Innocent Animal Lives
Neglect harms and kills untold numbers of at-risk animals every year. Urge national leaders to tackle this hidden epidemic of cruelty.
Petitions:
Make Election Day a Federal Holiday
Election Day, despite its importance, is still not designated as a federal holiday. Changing this would offer wider access to voting while reaffirming the vitality of the democratic process. Demand a status upgrade for Election Day.
Give All Communities a Fighting Chance Against Natural Disasters
Clear alerts for natural disasters save lives, yet a large part of the world lacks these vital aids. Demand more investment in early warnings and disaster preparedness as climate change worsens.
Stop Reported Extortion of Detainees’ Families
The soon-to-be-host of a major global sporting event stands accused of imprisoning foreigners for payoffs. Call on Qatar to end its alleged wrongful detentions and blackmail attempts.
Stop Thousands of Children From Starving to Death Due to Civil War
Tens of thousands of children and other innocent people are dying from a lack of food due to Ethiopia’s civil war. We must take action to save these innocent people from death and suffering.
Success: Marriage Equality Reigns Supreme
Another nation has affirmed the right of matrimony to same-sex couples. Applaud the formal legalization of gay marriage throughout Mexico.
Don’t Squeeze Every Dollar Out of Distressed Consumers
A popular low-price discount store may be unfairly overcharging customers for its supposed bargain buys. Call for an end to these reportedly deceptive practices.
Stop Loading Landfills With a Scary Amount of Halloween Waste
The aftermath of Halloween comes in the form of tons of discarded pumpkins and candy wrappers, almost all of which end up in landfills. Fortunately, there is a chance at a new life for these items through compost and recycling. Demand easy access to viable recycling programs in all communities.
Stop Stealing Animals From the Wild for Zoos
Imagine running free in the wild, when all of a sudden you are captured and thrown in an enclosure for humans to stare at you. This is the fate of countless zoo animals. Demand a more humane approach from zoos.
End Pumpkin Shortage With Eco-Friendly Farming
Pumpkins and other crops are in short supply due to soil degradation. No-till farming could provide the lifeline they need to experience a resurgence. Demand agriculture experts invest in this potential solution.
End Litter’s Disproportionate Impact on Low-Income Communities
Litter pollutes the environment and negatively impacts quality of life in cities. This problem disproportionately affects low-income communities, who have fewer waste disposal options. Call for a more equitable distribution of urban trashcans.
Stop Political Attacks From Escalating Into Real-Life Attacks
Political attack ads are seemingly helping drive extremism and violence. Demand a social media giant push for truth and transparency in political ads on behalf of consumers.
Don’t Drop Ball on Football Players’ Health
Concussions are the silent assassins of football, causing brain injuries, neurological disorders, and other long term health consequences for players. Urge league leaders to protect their teams with enhanced health protocols.
Don’t Let Coastal Communities Disappear Into the Sea
A coastal town may have been rescued from falling into the sea, and one of its saviors was Mother Nature herself. Urge stronger investments in natural techniques to prevent beach erosion.
Grant Financial Support to a Country Recovering From Tyranny and Famine
Venezuela has been hit hard by poor leadership and the effects of sanctions against corrupt leaders. Their recent changes towards a more stable government and the need to regrow the economy is an opportunity to mend a broken partnership. Demand America take action now to reestablish a working relationship with Venezuela that includes increased humanitarian aid.
Punish Veterinarian Reportedly Caught on Video Beating and Choking Dog
A veterinarian has been apparently caught on video beating and choking his pet dog. Demand prosecutors take this case seriously and seek the maximum penalty.
Stop Poisoning Waterways With Factory Farm Waste
The country’s waterways are under threat from manure created by the hundreds of thousands of chickens at Tyson Foods’ partnering farms. This pollution disrupts the food chain and can cause both humans and animals to become sick or even die. Tell Tyson to act now and hold all farms it works with accountable.
Save Struggling Nations From Devastating Floods
Catastrophic flooding claimed thousands of lives and upended the entire economy in Pakistan. For other vulnerable nations, the climate crisis could take an even more punishing toll. Call for meaningful aid to combat the next environmental turned humanitarian disaster.
Save the Snow Crabs From Disappearing Forever
A fixture of the Alaskan seas is in danger due to climate change and overfishing. We must save the snow crab before it’s too late.
Don’t Let Communities Become Radioactive Health Hazards
An elementary school was reportedly contaminated with radioactive waste, putting students at risk of cancers and other debilitating illnesses. Children shouldn’t have to pay the price of apparent carelessness. Urge leaders to do more to contain these public health hazards.
Don’t Endanger Black Women’s Health With Allegedly Toxic Hair Products
Discrimination based on natural hair and ethnic hairstyles may be costing minority Americans opportunities and even their lives. Demand an end to these prejudicial practices.
Stop Charging More to Dairy-Free Customers at Coffee Shops
Some people prefer non-dairy milk in their coffee drinks and others may require it because of medical dietary restrictions. However, this often-necessary modification costs the consumer more money at Dunkin’ coffee shops. Demand Dunkin’ support consumers’ needs and stop charging more for non-dairy milk.
Kitten Reportedly Thrown Into Burning Fire Pit Deserves Justice
A newborn kitten apparently had his young life violently ended at the hands of his caretaker. The poor animal reportedly suffered agonizing burns and nerve damage before passing away. Demand justice in this horrific case.
Save World’s Lands and Seas Before Time Runs Out
The natural world is in crisis, and so are the talks that could help save it. An international biodiversity conference could provide a global solution to an extinction-level problem, and yet China’s president may not attend. Demand global leaders start getting serious about protecting Mother Nature.
Make Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Solar Powered
Electric vehicles are much better for the climate than conventional cars, but to be truly sustainable they must be powered by renewables. Call for a network of solar charging stations.
