Success: Imprisoned Journalist Released
An American journalist has been released following imprisonment in Iran. Thank the Department of State for their efforts in securing this innocent man’s freedom.
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Success: New Jersey Creating Rising Sea Level Awareness Programs
The Jersey shore is taking action to prepare for the rapidly rising sea levels caused by global warming. Applaud their decision to better prepare New Jerseyans for the environmental changes to come.
Success: Elementary Students Receive More Recess Time
Elementary school students are improving in the classroom because of the Board of Education’s decision to add more recess time, four 15-minute segments of recess a day. Thank the Board of Education for making this decision to enrich the lives of young students.
Success: Campbell Soup to Identify GMO Ingredients on Labels
The Campbell Soup company will now show GMO ingredients on their products’ labels. Applaud their decision to be more transparent in what consumers are eating and drinking.
Success: Oregon Provides Over-the-Counter Birth Control
Women in Oregon now have over-the-counter access to birth control. This monumental law strengthens the argument for women’s healthcare and basic rights. Sign this petition to show your support for this decision.
Success: Whole Foods Stops Selling Rabbit Meat
Major grocer Whole Foods Market has stopped selling rabbit meat. Thank the company for taking this reasonable decision and urge it to go further by decreasing its sale of other meat items.
Success: Ringling Bros. Will Retire Elephants Earlier Than Planned
In 2015, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus announced that they would be retiring all their elephants in 2018. However, the plan has changed and now all the elephants will be retired in May 2016. Sign this petition and thank Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus for recognizing that these highly intelligent animals deserve happiness sooner rather than later.
Success: Soda Sales Drop Significantly Thanks to Tax
Sales of sweetened drinks in Mexico have fallen by 12 percent after a 20 percent tax was added. Praise the successful initiative for encouraging citizens to make healthier choices.
Success: Men Accused of Helping to Kill Cecil the Lion Will Likely be Prosecuted
Two of Cecil the lion’s alleged killers will likely be prosecuted, as the court has refused to dismiss the case even though one of the accused requested that charges be dropped. Thank court officials for taking the investigation seriously and for doing their best to ensure anyone involved with this horrible and pathetic crime is punished.
Stop Mutilating Children With Explosive Weapons
Too many innocent children and families have been maimed, mutilated, and killed by explosive weapons targeting civilian areas. Don’t let these human rights violations continue.
Protect Millions of People From Devastating Climate Change
Disastrous floods, droughts, and extreme weather caused by climate change will hit many of the world’s poorest people the hardest. Support giving crucial climate aid to the communities who need it most.
Success: Obama to Expand Background Checks for Gun Sales
President Obama is using his executive authority to enact common sense gun safety. Applaud Obama for taking a stand against senseless gun violence.
Success: Prisoner of Conscience Released
A human rights activist sentenced to a year in prison for peacefully protesting utilities rate hikes and the mysterious death of a journalist has been released following reductions to his sentence. Sign the petition to praise Myanmar for this positive step.
Success: Healthcare Guaranteed for 9/11 First Responders
Over 30,000 9/11 first responders suffer from illnesses caused by their presence at ground zero. A new law will finally give them the health coverage that they deserve. Praise Congress for passing a long-term health plan to save our first responders.
Save the Grand Canyon From Mining and Logging
Logging, uranium mining, and other dirty industrial projects threaten waterways that flow into the Grand Canyon. Protect this precious area from pollution before it’s too late.
Stop Online Dating Site Scammers
Scammers are cheating Americans out of tens of millions of dollars by using online dating sites. Tell major sites to take action and crack down on online dating fraud.
Protect Homeless Kids From Human Traffickers
Homeless children are being targeted by the horrific sex trafficking industry, but enacting a new law could help save them from this terrible fate. Speak up now to keep kids out of the hands of traffickers.
Cut Pollution From Giant Trucks
Giant heavy-duty trucks are major polluters and consumers of oil. Support requiring trucks to go farther on each gallon of gas, and help protect clean air and the global climate.
Success: Lions in Africa On Endangered Species List
One of two subspecies of African lions has been placed on the endangered species list, and the other on the threatened species list. Applaud the decision made to try protect and conserve these majestic animals.
Success: Disabled Child Allowed to Keep Therapy Pig
After a boy who suffers from Asperger’s syndrome was almost forced to give up his therapy pig because of zoning laws, it was ruled the boy would be allowed to keep his best friend at his side. Thank city officials for allowing Julian and his pig to remain a pair.
Success: New York to Overhaul Solitary Confinement in State Prisons
The use of solitary confinement in New York state prisons is being overhauled. Applaud this progress towards treating those who are incarcerated more humanely.
Success: Drones Now Required to be Registered
Registration of certain drones will now be required by the Federal Aviation Administration. Applaud this safety measure that will combat drone-related dangers and crime.
Success: World Leaders Align Against Climate Change
Nearly 200 world leaders have come together to combat climate change. The creation of the Paris Agreement is a big step toward reducing greenhouse gases and exploring alternative energy sources. Praise the world leaders for coming together for the sake of our planet.
Success: Baby Monkeys No Longer Tortured In Lab
Cruel experiments on baby monkeys that involved purposefully causing the infants psychological distress have finally ended after 30 years. Thank the congresswoman who helped it happen.
Stand Up for Science in Government
We need science-based policies that protect our health and the global environment. Urge candidates running for President to support good science in government.
