Volkswagen has agreed to pay more than $14 billion as punishment for an emissions cheating scandal that caused extensive environmental damage. Celebrate this encouraging step toward making amends for such blatant law-breaking.
A Florida attorney who made offensive comments about the victims of the Orlando nightclub massacre has been fired for his insensitive and racially charged remarks. Applaud the removal of such a vile and hateful man from his position of influence.
A welfare reform policy that increased childhood poverty has been repealed thanks to the work of activists. Applaud that this damaging policy will no longer exist and that more families will get the aid they need.
An abusive and neglectful zoo is finally closing down after the police led an investigation into the reported atrocities. Sign this petition and thank the police for taking this matter seriously and bringing about the closure of this awful zoo.
The Canadian Senate passed legislation legalizing doctor-assisted death for people living with terminal illnesses. Applaud the decision to give people a say in how they live and die.
Philadelphia has become the first major U.S. city to institute a tax on soda and other unhealthy beverages. Applaud the passage of this progressive new measure.
A judge who gave a convicted sex offender an insufficient sentence has been removed from a similar case. Applaud the decision to prevent this man from issuing further unfair rulings.
The National Aquarium has recently announced that it will be releasing all eight of its bottlenose dolphins to a seaside sanctuary. Now these dolphins will be able to swim in the sea, feel the tides, and interact with wild dolphins. Sign this petition and thank the National Aquarium for making the compassionate decision.
Ohio became the 25th state to legalize medical marijuana, meaning millions of Americans can now receive much-needed treatment from the drug. Applaud the passage of this progressive new law.
The District of Columbia has become the latest city to raise the minimum wage to $15. Thank the city’s politicians for their efforts to provide a fair living wage for all hard-working citizens.
A woman who duct-taped her dog’s mouth shut and posted a picture of the abuse on social media has been found guilty of animal cruelty and sentenced to suspended jail time. Praise this great decision that proves that animal abuse is serious and punishable under the law.
Harmful pesticides that have contributed to the deaths of countless bees will soon be outlawed in the state of Maryland. Thank the state’s legislators for enacting this progressive measure and demonstrating a commitment to protecting the nation’s rapidly dwindling bee populations.
Over 100 animal welfare violations were discovered at one of PetSmart’s suppliers. Thankfully, PetSmart decided to end its business relations with the horrific animal mill. Sign this petition and thank PetSmart for making the compassionate choice.
A major food retailer has decided to ban eggs from caged hens, but these eggs will slowly phase out in the stores in the span of nine years. Sign this petition to thank the retailer for deciding to only sell cage-free eggs, but to also urge the company to immediately ban eggs from caged hens.
Every year during the Toro de la Vega festival, men on foot and horseback would chase, torture, stab, beat and kill a lone, innocent bull. Thankfully, the government has put an end to this atrocity and banned the festival. Sign this petition and thank the government for ending this barbaric event.
Families of those who died during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks now have the ability to sue the government that is allegedly responsible. Thank the legislators who passed this bill and bravely protected the public interest.
A former police officer who shot and killed an unarmed man and then lied about the incident has been indicted for his alleged crimes. Congratulate those responsible for holding this man accountable for his violent misconduct.
Los Angeles County has placed severe restrictions on the use of solitary confinement on minors, practically banning it. Applaud the fact that this cruel punishment will no longer be used on kids.
A controversial LGBT discrimination law in North Carolina has been labeled a violation of federal law by the Department of Justice. Applaud the department for challenging the hateful law.
Concealed firearms will remain forbidden on Georgia’s public university campuses, thanks to a veto. Thank the governor for protecting his citizens from needless violence.
A top-level police official has resigned after public outcry over racist, sexist emails he sent at his former position. Applaud that this bigot will no longer hold a position in public service.
Joe the chimpanzee has been stuck for years alone at a roadside zoo but now has finally been given the life he deserves. The chimpanzee now thrives at a sanctuary surrounded by nature and friends. Sign this petition to thank the zoo for finally retiring Joe from his life of imprisonment.
An official at the L.A. Sheriff’s Department has resigned after facing public backlash for racist and sexist comments. Applaud the department’s decision to cut ties with this ignorant and offensive man.
San Francisco is launching a program that will reduce residents’ personal carbon footprint and will reduce the city’s greenhouse gas emissions by providing renewable energy options. Praise this move toward making the city greener.
The Mexican gray wolf will now be saved from extinction, thanks to a lawsuit requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to develop a plan. Applaud this win for animal conservation.