In one of his final acts in office, President Obama commuted Chelsea Manning’s sentence. Manning, who released classified documents exposing Army misconduct in Iraq and Afghanistan, will now be released in 2017, rather than 2048. Applaud this commutation.
More than 10,000 people have died or been injured in Yemen’s war, many of them allegedly killed with weapons supplied by the U.S. to Saudi Arabia’s government. Applaud the president for finally stopping arms sales to Saudi Arabia
Arrested for filing a protest against pipelines in North Dakota, filmmaker Deia Schlosberg faced 45 years in prison. However, after a public outcry, the prosecution against her has been suspended. Applaud this victory for freedom of the press.
In a victory for human and refugee rights, the closure of the largest refugee camp in the world has been delayed by six months. Applaud this move and demand a plan for the future of the camp that respects the rights of refugees.
Police can no longer seize property from citizens who have not been convicted of a crime in Montana. Praise this progressive ruling and its attempt to end unethical civil forfeiture laws.
Personal information will now be kept private thanks to a federal ruling that prevents companies from buying and selling private information such as app purchases and browsing histories. Applaud this progressive decision to preserve online privacy.
Same-sex couples are now legally allowed to recognize their love in Gibraltar. Praise the tolerant attitudes and dedicated work that led to the passing of such progressive legislation.
Former Judge Joseph Boeckmann was indicted after being accused by dozens of young men of extorting sexual acts, spankings, and sexually explicit pictures in exchange for lighter sentences, reduced fines, and monetary benefits. Sign this petition to applaud the decision to seek justice in this case against a powerful judge.
Hundreds of previously homeless people will be provided with a safe and affordable place to live, thanks to a new state initiative that will construct a number of affordable housing units. Applaud the creation of these units and the commitment to providing a safe living space for all.
Thousands of citizens have regained the right to vote after illegal purges revoked their ability to cast a ballot. Applaud the efforts of those who worked so hard to ensure that this fundamental right be ensured to all eligible Americans.
Charges against a journalist who filmed security guards attacking peaceful protestors of the dangerous Dakota Access Pipeline have been dropped. Applaud this victory for freedom of the press and toward ensuring this journalist will not be punished for reporting on such an imperative protest.
A plant used as a medicine for centuries will not be unjustly banned, at least for now. Sign this petition to tell the DEA that kratom should be permanently left unregulated.
In the wake of Hurricane Matthew, the US Department of Homeland Security has announced it will stop all deportations to Haiti. Applaud this success and push for greater protections for refugees and migrants fleeing the impacts of climate change.
Criminal charges are being brought against a sheriff infamous for abusing the Latino community. Applaud the decision to punish the discriminatory policies that this hateful man repeatedly enacted and enforced.
Alleged inhumane prison conditions in Alabama, including overcrowding, forced labor, and inadequate educational opportunities, are now being investigated. Applaud that these allegations are being addressed and that steps are being taken to protect prisoners’ rights.
A plan to tighten the already harsh abortion laws in Poland has been stopped in its tracks after thousands came out to protest the extreme restrictions. Sign this petition to applaud the Polish government for its progressive change of heart on this issue.
After refusing to let same-sex couples marry and defying federal law, a state Supreme Court Chief Justice has been suspended without a chance for reelection. Applaud that this homophobic man who chooses to disregard the law will no longer have this honorable job.
An anthropologist imprisoned for her interest in women’s rights has been released due to outcry from activists all over the world. Sign the petition to celebrate her freedom.
Child prostitutes in California will now be treated as victims of abuse rather than criminals, thanks to a new law. Applaud this progressive step to recognize that there’s no such thing as criminal child prostitutes.
A school district can no longer force transgender students to use the wrong bathroom and locker room or make them wear bracelets singling them out as trans. Thank the organization that fought to protect these highly marginalized kids from discrimination and harassment.
America has promised to resettle 110,000 more refugees within the next year. Thank Obama for pledging to save thousands of asylum seekers’ lives.
The man allegedly responsible for setting fire to the mosque that the Pulse Nightclub shooter once attended has been arrested and charged. Thank police for identifying, arresting, and charging this man for his hate-filled action.
A human rights activist allegedly jailed for investigating forced disappearances has been freed. However, he still faces trumped-up charges that could result in a life imprisonment. Applaud his release and demand the charges be dropped.
Unaccompanied child refugees will no longer be held in horrible conditions alongside unrelated adults thanks to a $130 million plan to create 1,500 spaces for refugee youth. Applaud this progressive plan aimed to improve the lives of refugee children.
A special prosecutor has ordered further investigation into the suspicious shooting death of a young Chicago man by police. Applaud these determined efforts to ensure justice for this tragic death.
