Don’t Remove Protections for Endangered Panther
At the request of ranchers, the endangered Florida panther is about to have its protections removed. Sign this petition to demand the panther be protected rather than destroyed.
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Don’t Prevent Facebook From Telling Users Who Are Under Investigation
The United States government is infringing on the First Amendment. It has placed a gag order on Facebook and has forbid the company from notifying users who may be under investigation. Sign the petition and demand that the gag order be dropped and freedom of speech be protected.
Applaud State for Including Third Gender Option on License Applications
Oregon is the first-ever state to include a “not specified” gender option on applications for driver’s licences, permits, and state identification cards. This is a great step forward for the LGBT+ community. Sign this petition to thank the state department of transportation for this development.
Reinstate Captain Allegedly Fired for Testifying in Police Brutality Case
A police captain was allegedly fired in retribution for testifying against the police chief’s son, who was convicted of brutality. Please sign this petition to demand that this injustice be corrected and that the captain be reinstated.
Unarmed Black Man Allegedly Brutalized by Police and Bitten by K-9 Dog Deserves Justice
Police reportedly tasered an innocent black man and allowed their K-9 to bite him all because he wasn’t forthcoming with his information. The incident occurred when police showed up at the victim’s home with an arrest warrant for his brother. Sign this petition to demand that the officers be fired indefinitely.
Trump: Explain Conflicting Accounts of Putin Meeting
Donald Trump reportedly accepted Vladimir Putin’s claim that Russia did not interfere in the 2016 presidential election, but US diplomats deny this. Demand that Trump explain this discrepancy.
Stand Against U.S. Climate Inaction
The United States signaled its retreat from climate action in withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord. Prominent countries are preparing to stand in direct opposition to President Trump through adoption of a climate action plan at the G20 summit. Sign the below petition urging China to demonstrate its commitment to climate change mitigation by joining the agreement.
Don’t Let Microsoft Cut Thousands of Jobs
Microsoft is laying off thousands of its employees, in yet another mass firing. Demand the company back down, and let these workers keep their jobs.
Trump: Apologize For Violent CNN Tweet
Donald Trump recently promoted violence against journalists on Twitter. Demand that he apologize for this dangerous post.
Oppose Missouri Minimum Wage Decrease
The minimum wage in St. Louis will soon be lowered by more than two dollars an hour. Add your name to oppose this harmful decrease.
United Nations: Protect the Endangered Great Barrier Reef
In a recent meeting of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Great Barrier Reef was not included in its list of “in danger” heritage sites. This decision does not reflect the fact that over half of the reef is currently at risk of loss due to bleaching. Ask the U.S. ambassador to the U.N. to demand that more be done for its protection.
Don’t Allow Drilling to Destroy the Environment
Illinois has been spared the damaging effects of fracking. However, this may soon come to an end as the first fracking application in the state has been submitted. Sign the petition and ask that the application be denied.
Investors: Demand Companies Adopt Climate-Friendly Business Practices
The third-largest pension fund in the United States forced Exxon Mobil to disclose climate-related threats to its business. Prominent shareholder groups have the potential to compel climate action within the business community. Sign the below petition encouraging powerful shareholders to increase their advocacy efforts on behalf of the planet.
Close Aging, Damaged Great Lakes Pipeline
The Enbridge Line 5 pipeline has experienced 29 documented leaks over its 64 years of operation. Wear and tear has removed a protective outer covering leaving it vulnerable to marine traffic in the Great Lakes. Sign the below petition calling on owner Enbridge to protect ecological and public health by closing this pipeline section.
Demand University Stop Torturing Animals for Science
A university has allegedly been overcrowding and starving rats for research, performing experiments that are barbaric and that have resulted in countless unnecessary deaths. Sign this petition and demand the university start using alternative, cruelty-free methods rather than live animals.
Return Yellowstone Grizzly Bears to Endangered Species List
The U.S. Department of Interior has removed the Yellowstone grizzly bear from the endangered species list prematurely, believing the increased population means it is officially safe. This is far from the truth, as these bears cannot afford to lose their protection. Sign this petition to demand the department put the Yellowstone grizzly back on the endangered list.
Justice for Bait Dog Found in Horrific Condition
A dog is fighting for his life after being severely abused and used as bait. The poor animal was found covered in bloody wounds and his teeth were shaved down to the nerves. Please sign this petition to demand that this innocent dog get the justice he deserves.
Justice for Puppy Kidnapped, Beaten, and Drowned
A puppy was allegedly stolen from its owner by a group of children who then beat it and tried to drown it. Though the puppy was rescued, it died a couple days later. Demand justice for this innocent animal.
Punish Butcher Who Allegedly Gave Black Delivery Man a Noose
A black delivery man was reportedly given a homemade noose by a butcher in an alleged hate crime. The butcher reportedly laughed and offered to help the delivery man use the noose. Demand justice for this innocent man.
Success: Methane Emissions Remain Regulated
Critical methane pollution regulations have been upheld by the The U.S. Court of Appeals. This represents a major victory for the environmental protection movement. Sign the petition applauding this rejection of President Trump’s anti-environment agenda.
Stop The Suffering Of Carriage Horses
Horses made to pull carriages through New York City streets suffer horribly due to the dangers of traffic, exhaust fumes, and unfriendly weather conditions. A new ad campaign has been launched to highlight this, but it is only the first step. Sign this petition to demand New York City ban horse carriages.
Justice for Dog Cruelly Buried Alive
A dog was found buried up to the nose in the dirt. The poor dog died after being buried alive for three days. Please sign this petition to demand that the perpetrator behind this sadistic act be found and severely punished.
Ban the Use of Toxic Pesticides
A pesticide that causes birth defects and harms the brain development of children will continue to be sprayed onto foods after a petition to ban its use was denied. Demand that this decision be reversed and the use of this chemical stopped.
Don’t Shut Down Independent Press
Middle Eastern nations are demanding that popular media outlet Al-Jazeera be silenced and shuttered for good. Sign the petition and demand that Al-Jazeera remain a source of independent news in the Middle East.
Stop Discriminatory Ban on Afghani Female Robotics Team
An all-female robotics team worked their hardest to compete in the FIRST Global Challenge, but was denied their visas to enter the United States, much to their devastation. This decision is unfair and unjust. Sign this petition to demand the State Department grant them the right to attend the competition in person.
