Crucial benefits for millions of jobless Americans are set to expire, despite the fact that the coronavirus still surges, and unemployment rates remain high. Along with abandoning vital weekly aid, a new Republican relief package would also slash eviction protections and food assistance. Demand an extension on the $600 weekly aid in order to protect Americans.
Two men were arrested and charged with wildlife theft after allegedly stealing a penguin and two eggs from a breeding colony. Sign this petition to ensure they are prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
The EPA has approved a destructive gold mine that would contaminate sockeye salmon habitats in Alaska. This would have far-reaching effects not only on salmon, but also grizzly bears and the Alaskan fishing industry. Demand that the construction of this mine be cancelled.
The culling of bison at Yellowstone National Park will be halted, thanks to a lawsuit brought by conservation advocates. Park officials are exploring alternative options of managing the species, including giving them more freedom to roam. Thank those who saved hundreds of animals from certain death.
Methane regulations have been reinstated to ensure that less of the potent greenhouse gas is released into the atmosphere. This is an important step in the fight against climate change. Thank the lawyers who fought the rollback of these protections in an effort to save the environment.
Indigenous Brazilians whose homes were destroyed in a catastrophic mining accident are without clean food or water, being forced to travel for hours away from their ruined homes just to feed their families. For years, the company that owns the mine in question has reportedly ignored their conditions. Demand that they use their wealth to provide immediate assistance to the devastated tribes.
A woman allegedly tortured and slaughtered dozens of cats and dogs over a two-month killing spree. Videos of these sick reported crimes appeared on several popular social media sites. Demand prison time for these apparent depraved acts of animal cruelty.
A seriously ill French bulldog was abandoned in a cardboard box with a gaping wound on her chest. She struggled to walk and foamed at the mouth as rescuers tried to save her life, eventually dying from her injuries. The person responsible is still at large. Demand justice for this innocent dog.
A journalist and activist who was seemingly tortured and imprisoned for alerting the world to human rights violations has died behind bars without his family to comfort him. Hold the government of Kyrgyzstan to account and demand an investigation and an apology.
Hundreds of unaccompanied migrant children are being forced to sleep in tents due to the inaction of the French government. Outdated interview methods have labeled them as adults, thus denying them access to aid. Demand that these young people be granted the protection they need to survive.
Andre Thompson and Bryson Chaplin were shot by an Olympia police officer in 2015. Despite almost losing their lives, they were charged with a crime while the officer kept his job. Sign this petition now demanding that the investigation be reopened.
People found guilty of animal cruelty in Scotland will now be subject to stricter legal penalties. Thank First Minister Sturgeon, other Parliament members, and animal advocates who fought hard to bring about this needed change.
Federal student loan payments are coming due again at the end of September and Senate Republicans are offering no additional help. Demand that they do.
The Chinese government has attempted to hide their concentration camps that imprison and torture Uighur Muslims. This is a human rights violation that the international community must act to stop. Call for the UK to put sanctions on China until they close these inhumane internment camps.
United States housing policies have forced countless non-violent parolees into homelessness. Sign this petition today to amend these policies and give people with non-violent criminal records access to public housing.
Washington State has almost 51,000 cases of COVID-19 and the number of sick people continues to rise. Sign this petition today asking Governor Inslee to impose a stay-at-home order to lessen the spread of this virus.
President Trump is seeking to exclude undocumented immigrants from the drawing of congressional districts. Call for the 2020 census to be used to fairly and accurately represent immigrant communities.
Police officers have gotten away with immoral pepper spray use, unlawful searches, and even robbery thanks to a legal loophole known as “qualified immunity.” Tell Congress to end this unfair exemption today.
Scientists have counted less than ten grizzly bears at the North Cascades National Park, yet the Trump administration has made it clear that nothing should be done to repopulate these animals. Demand the federal government help reintroduce these animals to the park, so that they will not soon become extinct.
A mine which would pose a grave threat to the safety of wildlife and humans has been approved, in spite of widespread concerns and opposition from Native groups and scientists. Demand that permission for this project be withheld.
A dangerous conspiracy theory claiming that the U.S.’s top infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, manufactured the coronavirus, will air on television stations across the country. Spreading falsehoods about Covid-19 will only weaken the U.S.’s already fractured response to this deadly virus. Demand Sinclair Television choose not to broadcast misinformation about the coronavirus on T.V. stations across America.
The issuing of permits to slaughter Yellowstone’s grizzly bears is now illegal and will cease immediately, thanks to the work of conservation advocates. This will allow the endangered species to repopulate and thrive. Thank those who fought for this victory.
A “toxic” environment of sexism and sexual misconduct may be overtaking one of the nation’s top news networks. Several high-profile employees of Fox News have either been fired for or accused of assault and harassment. Urge an end to this allegedly rampant abuse.
Chlorine dioxide is being promoted and ingested as a possible treatment for the coronavirus in the Latin American country of Bolivia. Health experts have warned that drinking this bleach solution could be very hazardous to one’s health. Demand the president stop promoting this harmful chemical as a treatment for Covid-19.
Switching to preferential voting would allow the United States to finally do away with the two-party system. It would give third parties a far better chance of finding success and help keep Democratic and Republican candidates honest when they have legitimate challenges from both the left and right. Demand a revision to America’s antiquated voting practice.
