I am a freelance writer living in Tennessee who has a deep passion for animal welfare, environmental, and other progressive causes.
A heart pump relied upon by thousands of critically ill patients could pose a serious health risk. Urge a recall of this possibly dangerous product by the agency tasked with safeguarding American health.
Arizona is the latest ground zero for the criminalization and demonization of reproductive rights. Call on state leaders to end the country’s most draconian abortion ban.
Multiple dogs were rescued from a residence that was allegedly the subject of numerous animal welfare complaints. No legal action has seemingly been taken against the person presumably responsible for these animals. Call for a full investigation and related charges if wrongdoing is found.
A new mining threat could upend a thriving swamp ecosystem, undermine protections for a wildlife refuge, and unleash millions of tons of harmful carbon emissions every day. Demand a veto from state leaders for this long-term ecological risk.
Continued attacks on social security could undermine its benefits for hard-working Americans. Call for thoughtful reforms that will not worsen the lives of recipients.
An Australian icon of the skies is being targeted for death. Urge an end to the culling of magpies.
High-speed internet could soon be out of reach for millions of low-income Americans. Call for the continuation of a program that can help the most at-risk consumers stay connected.
An apparent altercation between a pet German Shepherd and a delivery driver ended with the dog’s death. The facts of the case are still in dispute. Demand an investigation to get to the truth.
Contraception and reproductive rights are facing a new line of attack thanks to an archaic law. Call for a repeal of this insidious targeting of freedom.
A ship’s collision with a major bridge resulted in tragedy, but this horrific event may have been prevented with better infrastructure. Demand stronger protections for America’s aging bridges and for the travelers who depend on them.
Volcanos are becoming an ever-increasing threat to the environment and to public safety. Demand more investment in lessening the likelihood of a devastating disaster.
Dozens of farm animals were rescued from alleged rampant neglect and cruelty. Call for strict legal accountability if the suspects are found guilty.
Smart technology is coming to America’s firearms. Demand leaders support an effort that could curb preventable gun injuries and deaths.
Americans are working in sickness and distress in massive numbers, fearing for their livelihoods. Call for a restoration of quality work-life balance.
Millions of human beings in Haiti are on the brink of famine. Urge American leaders to stop retracting a helping hand.
Aging infrastructure and a series of strikes are threatening Germany’s once-vibrant rail industry. Call for a commitment to correcting this far-reaching economic disabler.
Gas station investments are an affront to green energy efforts and an ongoing threat to the environment. Demand divestment from these fossil fuel enablers.
One major American city is taking its animal cruelty problem seriously with the creation of a revolutionary task force. Demand state leaders follow suit.
Discredited forensics has sent countless innocent people to prison, and possibly some to their death. Demand the immediate removal of bite mark analysis and other junk science from America’s courts.
Education and learning are increasingly under attack by politicians. Demand leaders who lack the training and knowledge stop trying to co-opt America’s past and future.
The impartiality of judges in high-stakes legal cases is increasingly being called into question. Demand the abolishment of a practice that fuels this public distrust.
A glacier that could have dire consequences for the entire planet is in danger of collapse. Demand urgent action to prevent this global disaster.
A self-appointed animal rescue operator has reportedly confessed to the deadly negligence she was accused of inflicting upon dozens of defenseless dogs. Commend the wheels of justice finally turning in this long-term cruelty case.
Survivors of sexual violence are too often refused their day in court. Demand an end to the statute of limitations that denies victims justice and lets abusers go unpunished.
Sea urchins are being fished to extinction in Sicily. Urge a full-scale effort to save this imperiled species.
