Stop the Spread of Climate Disinformation Online
The spread of climate misinformation is impeding efforts to fight the biggest environmental crisis of our time. Urge a major hub of climate science denial to stop misleading the public.
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Cows Imprisoned and Impregnated With Metal Rods to Maintain Milk Supply for Humans Deserve Justice
Dairy cows are artificially impregnated with metal rods until their milk supply dries up and then they are shipped to the slaughterhouse to be turned into a hamburger or wallet. Demand protections for these terribly abused animals.
Success: Justice Secured for Over 150 Abused Puppies and Horses
Justice has been served to the woman who neglected 135 dogs and 23 horses while operating a horrific underground puppy mill. Sign this petition to thank officials for prosecuting the abuser and encourage them to continue fighting for voiceless animals.
Stop Climate Change From Drying the Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake of Utah has been shrinking at a rapid pace, mainly due to global changes in climate. As the lake continues to dry, the potential consequences for the region’s biodiversity and human health are catastrophic. Urge lawmakers to take the necessary steps to decrease our overall contribution to climate change and to improve the water quality of our national lakes.
Stop Cruelly Boiling Animals Alive
Boiling lobsters, crabs, crayfish, and other crustaceans alive is a cruelty that must end. They are sentient creatures and can feel pain in the same ways as mammals and other animals. Demand that animal welfare laws be changed to protect crustaceans.
Stop Imprisoning Pregnant Pigs in Tiny Metal Cages
Female pigs on factory farms are referred to as “breeding machines” and are repeatedly artificially impregnated and forced to reside in tiny metal chambers known as gestation crates. Demand an end to this abusive practice.
Stop Hateful Political Attacks Based on Gender Identity
Transgender Americans are being attacked at every angle, from their healthcare to their right to privacy. Urge federal protections for these marginalized populations used and abused by opportunistic politicians.
Don’t Let Supply Shortage Weaken Disease Prevention
Patients are losing access to life-saving diagnostic imaging procedures that can help prevent worst-case health outcomes. Supply shortages are to blame. Demand a boost in availability of these essential materials.
Stop Prioritizing Coal Companies Over Climate Change
Wyoming’s pro-coal climate legislation boosts fossil fuel companies, puts profits over people, and likely increases environmental pollutants. Call on Wyoming’s governor to stop catering to coal companies and pass legislation that actually addresses climate change.
Punish Apparent Cover-Up of Horrific Sex Abuse by Church Leaders
Church leaders have seemingly once again broken the trust of the youngest members of society by covering up sexual abuse of children. The Southern Baptist Convention reportedly protected accused abusers instead of the children they victimized. Demand justice for these brave survivors.
Don’t Deny Undocumented Youth Access to Work and Study
Most childhood immigrants, known as Dreamers, graduating high school in 2022 won’t be authorized to work in the U.S. These folks are being denied access to opportunity and success in the country they grew up in. Contact House Speaker Pelosi to demand comprehensive immigration laws to protect undocumented immigrants.
Stop Gun Makers From Targeting Children
The manufacturer of the gun used in the Uvalde school shooting targets children with their advertisements. Demand this gun maker stop targeting children.
Treat All Refugees Equally
Refugees fleeing war-torn countries like Afghanistan are not receiving the same welcoming treatment extended to those from Ukraine. Sign this petition to call on President Biden to treat all refugees equally, regardless of race, religion, or country of origin.
Prevent Civil Rights Abuses and Deadly Tragedies During Arrests
Two unarmed Black men were allegedly shot in the back of the head by police. These deadly incidents occurred in different states just weeks apart. Demand federal authorities take on the task of investigating contentious cases involving law enforcement.
Senate: Don’t Go on Vacation in Midst of School Shooting Tragedy
Once again, elementary school classrooms are covered in the blood of children. Urge the nation’s leaders to stop making excuses and to take decisive action to prevent mass shootings.
Boost Baby Formula Supplies and End Parents’ Pain
Infants around America are being deprived of sustenance largely because of the domination of a few baby formula manufacturers. Call for a bust-up of this destructive monopoly that is hurting hungry children.
Captive Elephant Apparently Tortured With Bullhooks and Ridden by Humans at Roadside Zoo Must be Freed
Asha the elephant has been imprisoned under torturous conditions her whole life. She is apparently forced to give rides to zoo visitors and is abused by painful bullhooks, all for the zoo’s profit. It is time to rescue this poor elderly elephant.
Defend Nation Against Gun Massacres
Every day, Americans are being gunned down in streets, schools, churches, grocery stores, restaurants, and even their own homes. Politicians do nothing but wipe the blood off their hands before attending the next reelection event. Call on them to confront this urgent matter of national security.
Stop Politicians From Dictating School Curriculums
Censorship and politics are keeping students from experiencing a full and complete education. Urge honest, critical engagement about racism and other difficult subjects in America’s classrooms.
Give Closure to Families of Indigenous Children Kidnapped, Abused, and Killed in Name of Assimilation
Thousands of Native American children were physically and psychologically traumatized at so-called schools operated by the federal government. Many of these children died on school grounds. Demand current leaders help make amends for these still-resonant atrocities.
Save National Forests From Falling Into Disrepair
National Forests have fallen into disrepair, endangering fish and wildlife and increasing environmental harm. This unfortunate consequence comes from a lack of governmental funding. Demand that politicians financially support protecting our public lands.
Success: Disadvantaged Communities Protected From Environmental Racism
Big polluters have long invaded disadvantaged communities and torpedoed environmental and public health in the process. Commend leaders for a renewed commitment to environmental justice.
Protect Employee Health With Four-Day Workweek
Overworked employees are increasingly facing mental and physical health problems. Demand America’s labor leaders give a shorter work week a shot at solving the expanding worker crisis.
Don’t Let Judges Control Women’s Bodies
The Supreme Court is poised to launch an attack on women’s reproductive freedom. Demand politicians stop sitting on the fence and take action to protect women’s rights.
Success: Homemade Guns Responsible for Thousands of Crimes Regulated by Law
Deadly guns that can be made from home in minutes are fast becoming a dangerous new front in the epidemic of gun violence. These ghost guns cannot be traced, putting them within easy grasp of would-be criminals. Applaud the long-overdue effort to take these weapons out of the darkness.
