Success: Assault Weapons Will No Longer be Sold in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has cracked down on the sale of illegal assault weapons. Applaud the progressive lawmakers who have worked to get these dangerous guns off the streets.
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Success: Judge Rejects Corrupt Sheriff’s Plea Deal
A corrupt sheriff will not be escaping with a minor punishment after a judge rejected his plea deal for being too lenient. Celebrate this commitment to upholding rule of law.
Success: House Passes Major Mental Health Reform Bill
Mental health care will receive a sorely-needed upgrade thanks to a new bill passed by the House. Applaud this progressive legislation for addressing a growing problem in America and providing assistance to thousands of mental health patients.
Success: Styrofoam Banned in Congressional Cafeteria
The House of Representatives has forbidden Styrofoam products in its cafeteria. Styrofoam is carcinogenic and produces toxic waste. Praise the elimination of this harmful product and tell them to continue fighting against it.
Success: Suspect Charged with Murder After Vicious Attacks on Homeless People
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.
Success: Students Arrested for Throwing Dog Off Roof
Two men have been arrested after a video surfaced that allegedly shows them dropping a helpless dog from a rooftop. Applaud the swift punishment of these senseless and cruel individuals.
Success: Virginia Finally Bans Child Marriages
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.
Success: Transgender Soldiers Now Allowed to Openly Serve
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.
Tell Pepsico That Child Labor and Snack Foods Don’t Mix — Stop Child Labor
PepsiCo is profiting off the backs of laboring children and exploited workers for Conflict Palm Oil. This is also a driver of massive destruction of Indonesia’s rainforests — one of the most biodiverse places on Earth and home to orangutans and Sumatran tigers. PepsiCo must ensure workers’ rights are upheld, wildlife is protected and rainforests are kept standing.
Success: Dog Caged Without Exercise for Two Years Finally Set Free
A gentle dog caged by police for over two years without exercise has finally been released and rehomed. Thank decision-makers for finally taking this laudable step and urge them to act quicker in future cases so that no more dogs suffer the treatment this animal endured.
Success: Live Animals No Longer Used for Medical Training
The last university in the U.S. to still use live animals for medical training has finally ended the practice. Now, countless animals will be spared from unnecessary pain and death. Sign this petition to thank the university for ending this practice.
Success: Activist and Young Son Released From Prison
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.
Success: Permits to Build Oil Sands Pipeline Revoked
Permits to build a pipeline that would carry oil sands oil across First Nations lands have been revoked. Applaud the decision to stop the pipeline and uphold environmental and Indigenous rights.
Success: Suspicious Police Shooting to Be Probed by Special Prosecutor
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.
Success: Starving Horses Rescued and Owners Charged
Over 40 horses have finally been rescued from a farm where they had been abandoned to starve. Praise the decision to save these horses and charge the people responsible with cruelty to animals.
Success: U.S, Canada, and Mexico Commit to Clean Energy
President Obama has reached an agreement with Canada and Mexico to change to 50 percent renewable energy by 2025. Celebrate these new efforts in the fight to protect the environment, and urge the government to continue combating global warming.
Success: Volkswagen to Pay $14.7 Billion in Emissions Cheating Scandal
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.
Success: Prosecutor Fired for Racially Charged Comments About Orlando Shooting
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.
Success: Policy Intensifying Childhood Poverty Will Be Repealed
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.
Success: Season’s Bear Hunt Canceled
Florida black bears will be safe from hunters this year thanks to caring commissioners and advocates. Thank the amazing people who fought to stop the senseless killing of these spectacular animals.
Success: Abusive Zoo Finally Closes
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.
Success: Assisted Dying Law Passed
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.
Success: Wildlife Conservation Center Saved From Closure
A valuable, non-profit animal conservation center has been saved from closure. Sign this petition to applaud the approval of a 20-year permit that will enable the organization to continue its rescue and rehabilitation work.
Success: Unsafe Nuclear Power Plant to Be Shut Down
Two California nuclear reactors located over several fault lines will be shut down. This will protect public health and help reach California’s green energy objectives. Praise those whose negotiations made the closure possible.
Success: Ivory Sales Banned in the U.S.
Virtually all sales of ivory from African elephants will now be banned in the U.S. Praise officials for this vital action that is essential to protecting elephants from illegal poaching and extinction.
