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Success: Woman Who Abandoned Dog at Shelter Prosecuted

A woman accused of cruelly abandoning her dog, resulting in its death, has been brought to justice. Commend the police department that filed a criminal complaint against this animal abuser.

Don’t Allow Priceless Art to Be Locked Away By the Rich

Millions of priceless masterpieces are being shut away in storage places by the rich, who hope to avoid taxes while the value of the art increases. Art is not meant to be locked away in dark rooms away from human sight. Demand that these storage places be opened to the public.

Success: PetSmart Stops Supporting Abusive Animal Mill

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.

Success: Animal Advocacy Groups Sue for Orca’s Freedom

Advocacy groups are rallying to free an orca held captive for 45 years. The container used to hold her is too small to be legal. Applaud these groups’ efforts to return this suffering animal to the ocean.

Success: Retailer Commits to Stop Selling Eggs from Caged Hens

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.

Success: Innocent Dog Not Euthanized

A dog wrongly accused of harassing a farmer’s sheep will not be euthanized. Thank the attorney general for helping to save this innocent animal.

Success: Killing Bulls Outlawed In Spanish Town

Killing bulls to celebrate an annual festival is now illegal in a town in Spain. Sign the petition to thank the local government officials for outlawing this cruel practice.

Success: Permit for Construction of Coal Export Terminal Denied

A project which posed severe threats to local indigenous people and the environment at large has been rejected by the Army Corps of Engineers. Applaud the Army Corps of Engineers for protecting the Earth and its people from Big Coal.

Success: Obama Guarantees Overtime Pay To More Workers

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.

Success: Governor Vetoes Anti-Abortion Bill

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.

Success: Chief of Racist Police Department Resigns

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.

Success: Bull Stabbing Festival Banned

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.

Success: Families of 9/11 Victims Allowed to Sue Saudi Arabian Government

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.

Success: Spread of Invasive Species Halted

A 1.7 mile earthen barrier has prevented the invasive species Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes. Applaud those responsible for stopping the invasion of this destructive species and protecting crucial ecosystems.

Success: Gay Couple Freed From Wrongful Imprisonment

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.

Success: Wild Horses Will Be Protected In Arizona

Wild horses in Arizona will no longer be removed from their natural habitat by federal agencies, thanks to a bill which recently passed the state legislature. Sign this petition to thank legislators for protecting the wild horse population.

Success: Scientists Protected from Anti-Lobbying Clause

Academics will be allowed to speak freely on the important implications of their findings, as a result of the United Kingdom’s decision to exempt them from the government’s anti-lobbying measures. Applaud Minister Johnson for protecting the right of scientists to speak publicly about their work.

Success: Colorado Legalizes Rain Collection

It is finally legal for people in Colorado to collect rainwater at their home for conservation purposes. Let’s thank the governor for agreeing to eliminate the silly prohibition on collecting rainwater. And of course, a big thank you to the ForceChange community which turned up the heat on this issue, which led to this positive change.

Success: Funding for Vital Social Programs Approved

Budget cuts to vital social programs in Illinois are slated to be offset by stopgap funding proposed by the state’s House of Representatives. Applaud these politicians, who have voted to protect their constituents by approving replenished funds for important social services in their state.

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