The Mayor of Oakland has announced the firing of four officers and the suspension of seven more in connection to the sexual exploitation and trafficking of a minor and the ensuing cover-up. Applaud this move and demand that the officers responsible face charges.
An innocent man was tasered by cops who were issuing a warrant for another man but failed to ask this man for his ID. The police chief has since apologized to this innocent victim and suspended the cops responsible. Thank him for acting in the name of justice.
The city of Spokane will no longer celebrate the achievements of a genocidal slave trader after the city council voted to re-brand Columbus Day as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Commend the city for taking this progressive action and recognizing the unjust suffering inflicted upon Native Americans.
The highest court in France has ruled that laws banning the body-covering swimwear known as the “burkini” violate guaranteed rights and freedom. Applaud this ruling that prevents governments from dictating what women can wear.
Sexist taxes on tampons, pads, menstrual cups and other menstrual products have been lifted in New York. Applaud the fact that people with periods will no longer have to pay this unfair tax on items that are necessities.
After public outcry, an appeals court has halted the execution of a man convicted of a murder that he did not commit. Applaud this decision, and demand his sentence be commuted.
The Department of Justice has recommended the shutdown of all private prisons. This will reduce substandard medical care and overcrowding and allow for a more humane quality of life. Praise the Department of Justice for its historic decision.
An indigenous rights activist imprisoned based on allegedly fabricated evidence has been released. Applaud the decision to finally release him and urge authorities to protect the rights of activists rather than persecuting them.
The FDA has stepped up to the plate and announced they are re-evaluating their archaic policies on blood donation that singles out gay men. Congratulate the FDA for finally listening to the voices of the American people.
A police officer has received a six-year sentence for shooting a teenager who was dying on the ground. Applaud this step forward in holding police accountable for using excessive force.
Governor Daurgaard of South Dakota recently rejected a bill that would deny transgender people their right to use the bathroom, locker room, or shower of their choice. In the never-ending fight for the rights of transgender people, this is an amazing accomplishment. Sign this petition to thank Governor Daurgaard.
A worker at Yale University was faced with felony and misdemeanor charges after breaking a window panel on campus that displayed offensive images of slavery. Since then, Yale has decided to drop all charges against him. Thank the university for doing the right thing.
The suspect in a rash of savagely violent attacks against homeless people has been charged with murder. Applaud the police for taking swift action against such heinous crimes.
Children under the age of 18 will no longer be forced into marriages, thanks to a new law in Virginia. Applaud the enacting of this progressive and badly-needed legislation.
Thanks to Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter, transgender people are now allowed to serve openly in the U.S. Armed Forces. Sign this petition to thank him for taking this step toward transgender equality.
An activist jailed along with her toddler son has been released on “humanitarian grounds.” Sign the petition to applaud this step forward for human rights.
After shooting and killing a young man, Chicago police officers allegedly presented false testimony and attempted to threaten witnesses. In light of these suspicious activities, a special prosecutor has been appointed to probe the incident. Applaud this brave attempt to uncover the truth and bring justice to the young man who was tragically killed.
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.
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.
Net neutrality, the concept of an internet with equal accessibility for everyone, has been upheld in a landmark ruling. Praise this decision, which will preserve an open internet.
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.
Over 12 million workers will now be guaranteed overtime pay, thanks to a new rule crafted by the Obama administration. Sign this petition to thank the president for protecting workers’ rights.
A bill that would have made it a felony for doctors to perform abortions has been vetoed. Praise the pro-life governor that put her personal beliefs aside for the good of her state.
The Chief of Police who oversaw an increasingly racist police department has finally succumbed to pressure and stepped down. Thank the mayor for urging this man to resign so that the police force can receive better leadership.
An American couple has been released from unjust imprisonment in Kuwait. The false charges against them were likely an excuse to target the lesbian couple for their sexual orientation. Sign this petition to applaud the couple’s successful release.
