Provide Aid in Aftermath of Earthquake That Killed and Injured Thousands
A killer earthquake has compounded the humanitarian crisis in an already-suffering Afghanistan. Demand restoration of aid to these grieving and shattered communities.
A killer earthquake has compounded the humanitarian crisis in an already-suffering Afghanistan. Demand restoration of aid to these grieving and shattered communities.
Animals are on the front lines of the heatwaves, floods, and other dangerous by-products of climate change. Both domesticated animals and wildlife suffer tremendous casualties as a result. Demand the country commit to saving its vulnerable inhabitants and their in-peril habitats.
The specter of legalized slavery still lingers in too many state constitutions. Demand lawmakers remove loopholes that leave the door open for forced servitude and bondage in the Land of the Free.
Three dogs were found deceased and decomposed inside of a cage, their deaths allegedly due to the reckless indifference of their caretaker. Demand proper punishment if this disturbing case results in a guilty verdict.
Refugees are traveling as far as 4,000 miles to escape threats to their lives in Rwanda, the former site of deplorable genocide. Demand a key place of refuge not slam their doors on desperate families.
A defenseless dog became a literal walking skeleton due to alleged starvation. Demand justice for this animal reportedly killed by reckless neglect.
Reducing methane could give the world a fighting chance in the battle against climate change. Two powerful industries are standing in the way of this progress with a refusal to amend their ways. Demand influential meat and dairy organizations find a better way forward.
Children continue to be slaughtered by unregulated guns while the Supreme Court works to invalidate more gun safety laws. Demand politicians take action to protect our children and communities from gun violence.
The world’s most famous circus will reintroduce itself to audiences without the exploitation and potential abuse of innocent animals. Applaud the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus for sparing elephants, tigers, and lions from a lifetime of misery.
Transgender Americans are being attacked at every angle, from their healthcare to their right to privacy. Urge federal protections for these marginalized populations used and abused by opportunistic politicians.
Oceans and beaches across the globe are littered with plastic pollution. Bottles, wrappers, and other trash kill countless marine animals every day. Demand global leaders commit to stopping this environmental destruction.
Patients are losing access to life-saving diagnostic imaging procedures that can help prevent worst-case health outcomes. Supply shortages are to blame. Demand a boost in availability of these essential materials.
The Florida governor is once again unethically retaliating against businesses and people that speak out against his policies. Urge a restoration of level-headed leadership unfazed by toxic political grudges.
Widespread hunger and famine could result from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The under-siege nation currently cannot export its grains and other essential foods that help feed hundreds of millions of people around the world. Urge global alliances to help end Russian blockades that are costing lives.
Church leaders have seemingly once again broken the trust of the youngest members of society by covering up sexual abuse of children. The Southern Baptist Convention reportedly protected accused abusers instead of the children they victimized. Demand justice for these brave survivors.
In the war between fossil fuel conglomerates and the environment, the planet was delivered a needed win. Three oil and gas leases that would have destroyed wildlife habitats and further undermined efforts to fight climate change were canceled. Applaud this important step against wholesale climate destruction.
Politicians blame mental health problems for mass shootings, while undermining efforts to combat this crisis daily. Call on hypocritical leaders to invest in mental health access, programs, and related laws.
A dog was attacked on-camera in a vicious act of animal cruelty. The suspect and the animal have yet to be identified. Demand vigilance in pursuing and prosecuting this disturbing case.
Two unarmed Black men were allegedly shot in the back of the head by police. These deadly incidents occurred in different states just weeks apart. Demand federal authorities take on the task of investigating contentious cases involving law enforcement.
Fish, turtles, and other marine life are in danger because the climate crisis is choking beaches with piles of potentially destructive seaweed. Demand solutions to address this growing ecological risk.
Once again, elementary school classrooms are covered in the blood of children. Urge the nation’s leaders to stop making excuses and to take decisive action to prevent mass shootings.
Several dogs were allegedly abused and even killed at a dog training facility run by a police officer within the K-9 department. Demand this man face maximum punishment if he is found guilty of violating two important oaths.
Infants around America are being deprived of sustenance largely because of the domination of a few baby formula manufacturers. Call for a bust-up of this destructive monopoly that is hurting hungry children.
Every day, Americans are being gunned down in streets, schools, churches, grocery stores, restaurants, and even their own homes. Politicians do nothing but wipe the blood off their hands before attending the next reelection event. Call on them to confront this urgent matter of national security.
At least three men accused of crimes like shooting a dog in the face and beating another until the animal’s ribs broke have gotten off with probation. Urge local authorities to enforce real punishments for animal cruelty.