I am a freelance writer living in Tennessee who has a deep passion for animal welfare, environmental, and other progressive causes.
A court in Pakistan has let an accused rapist avoid prison time by marrying his apparent victim, reportedly at the behest of a council and the woman’s own family. Demand immediate changes in a legal system that enables such outrageous miscarriages of justice.
Cancer and other illness-causing chemicals are finding their way into our water supply. Demand action to protect our environment and health from water pollution.
Dark chocolate poses a possible health risk to consumers due to the reported excessively high levels of dangerous metal found within it. Urge more steps be taken to curtail this ongoing alleged hazard.
Too often, rescued animals are returned to the people who abused them. We must stop returning animals to their abusers.
The rewilding of the Galapagos Islands has helped restore plants, animals, and ecosystems previously thought lost. Applaud these successful efforts at reviving one of the world’s richest natural paradises.
Years after the violent attack on the Capitol, security is still dangerously lax. Demand politicians stop stripping away safeguards put in place for their own well-being and for democracy itself.
Several factors worsened the devastation wrought by powerful earthquakes in the Middle East. Demand humanitarian aid include commitments to prevention and swifter responses.
A dog’s reported fatal stabbing and choking incited calls for stricter animal cruelty punishments in one state. Demand leaders listen to these public outcries for justice.
Chatbots, image generators, and other content creation hubs powered by artificial intelligence are on the rise and raising complex questions about digital piracy. Demand leaders provide legal clarity on this sticky subject.
Pope Francis has sent a powerful message about the mistreatment, imprisonment, and execution of LGBTQ+ populations. Applaud this spiritual leader’s appeal for inclusivity and empathy.
The groundhogs behind the famous holiday reportedly live existences of needless exploitation and stress throughout the year. Demand an end to this alleged cruelty under the guise of entertainment.
London has become ground zero for animal cruelty going unpunished. Demand better from England’s capital.
Whales are dying in unprecedented numbers off and on the North Atlantic coast. Urge leaders not to be distracted by attacks on clean energy and to remain focused on the most critical threats to these animals.
When several police officers allegedly beat a man to death, this horrifying incident reignited the debate about policing reform. Demand America’s leaders stop hiding from this critical issue and take decisive action.
The honeybees that keep our ecosystems functional have been struck by a deadly disease. Celebrate approval of a protective treatment that could save their lives and the balance of nature itself.
Biodiversity got a big win at a global conference, where Earth’s habitats and species received solid pledges of protection from 195 nations. Commend this hard-won agreement for Mother Nature.
Marriage equality is now a federally protected right in America, regardless of any court’s opinion. Applaud the passage of a measure that safeguards same-sex and interracial unions.
Lab-grown meat could save countless animals from slaughter while also appeasing those who eat meat. Applaud the move that made this promising process one step closer to reality.
A doomed inmate whom evidence suggests may have been wrongfully convicted now has another chance to fight for his freedom and his life. Applaud the reprieve given to Richard Glossip.
Another nation has affirmed the right of matrimony to same-sex couples. Applaud the formal legalization of gay marriage throughout Mexico.
Cannabis users will no longer be branded federal criminals because of their personal and health choices. Support the reevaluation of marijuana possession as a crime worthy of incarceration.
In the battle between megacorporation Starbucks and its employees, the underdog workers are scoring needed victories with unionization and employee benefits. Applaud these wins for workers’ rights.
Pro-choice advocates have secured important recent wins in the fight for reproductive rights. Applaud these victories and what they convey about American beliefs regarding privacy and freedom.
Out-of-control prescription drug prices will be reined in thanks to significant new Medicare reforms. Applaud this win for Americans burdened by excessive healthcare costs.
A major clean energy investment was recently made by American leaders that could provide an important win in the battle against the climate crisis. Applaud this essential eco-conscious commitment.
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