Personal information and private data are now more secure thanks to the passing of legislation that requires authorities to obtain a warrant before accessing any sensitive electronic materials. Thank the U.S. House for passing this progressive and important bill.
Harriet Tubman will be replacing Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill in a significant victory for gender equality. Applaud the Treasury Department for removing a violent racist from America’s currency in favor of a courageous woman who freed thousands of slaves.
Garden-care giant Ortho brand will eliminate all bee-killing pesticides from its products by next year. Thank the company for making a decision that will protect critical bee populations.
Mississippi was the last state to have a ban on same-sex couples adopting children. A federal judge has struck down this law, deeming it an infringement of constitutional rights. Take time to applaud Judge Daniel P. Jordan III for upholding the constitutional rights of gay and lesbian couples in the U.S.
Renowned soup manufacturer Campbell’s has vowed to eliminate a dangerous chemical from its soup cans. Praise the company’s dedication to a cleaner and healthier product.
Two animal shelter administrators have resigned in the face of public allegations that improper enforcement of procedures resulted in the deaths of hundreds of pets, including a 22-year-old dog. Thank them for accepting responsibility for their wrongdoing.
A global clothing retailer has made the decision to stop supporting the cruel fur trade by banning the use of angora fur in its clothes. Sign this petition to thank Dynamite for making such a progressive decision.
Sierra Trading Post, a major Wyoming-based company, has decided to ban fur from all of its products. This is a huge step in the right direction for animal welfare. Take time to thank Sierra Trading Post for making this important decision.
Transgender individuals’ right to use public restrooms that are consistent with their gender identity is now protected in Washington state. With many other states looking to prevent this sort of protection for transgender people, this is a huge step forward. Take time to thank the commission that is promoting and protecting transgender rights.
The Obama administration has announced that it will withdraw plans to drill for oil and gas in the Atlantic Ocean. The decision comes after years of anxiety over whether Big Oil would be allowed to exploit our Eastern coastline for corporate profit. Show your support by applauding the decision.
The President shall appoint new justices to the U.S. Supreme Court, according to the Constitution. Tell Senate Leader Mitch McConnell to do his job and allow a Supreme Court appointment.
SeaWorld has stated that all of its parks will end the captive breeding program. This means that the current generation of orcas at SeaWorld will be the last. Sign this petition and thank the Humane Society of the United States for all the hard work it has put into making this idea a reality.
The National Football League has admitted that its players are at risk of life-threatening brain injuries. Commend the league official who acknowledged this important health concern.
Sickle cell disease can cut young lives short, but with the right medical treatment children diagnosed with this dangerous illness can still thrive. Support giving sickle cell patients the help they need.
Education and early literacy can break the cycle of poverty, but too many children never get the support they need. Stand up for programs that help kids thrive in school.
Millions of retirees rely on social security to make ends meet. Make the presidential candidates take a position on protecting social security, by asking how they would defend this important program at the next debate.
Years spent waging failed wars have left us no safer than before, and created conditions that give rise to terrorist groups. Support real solutions to global conflict and an end to failed military policies.
President Obama signed a law banning the importation of products made by slave or forced labor into the U.S. Applaud President Obama for taking a stand against forced labor and slave labor.
A proposal to increase in the speed of chicken processing lines has been dropped, thanks to public outcry. Celebrate community action against this inhumane proposal and the USDA’s abandonment of it.
Every three months, angora rabbits on fur farms have their fur plucked or sheared from their bodies in order to be used in clothing. Many retailers have decided to end the use of angora fur. Sign this letter and thank this international fashion brand for ending its use of angora fur.
The Food and Drug Administration has decided to test foodstuffs for a potentially harmful chemical, glyphosate. Applaud this decision to protect the health and safety of Americans.
The right to choose a safe abortion is coming under attack nationwide. Fight back against politicians who want to control women’s choices about their own bodies and health.
Refugees fleeing war and violence too often end up with no safe place where their families can take shelter. Support giving refugees a chance to find safe homes in a new country.
American workers deserve higher wages and better working conditions. Pledge to support workers’ rights and a $15 per hour minimum wage during this election cycle.
The ingredients of a corporation’s tampons will now be listed on their website and packaging after a woman lost her leg due to toxic shock syndrome when she used a tampon labeled ‘natural.’ Applaud this decision that will make the ingredients of this corporation’s tampons and pads transparent to all consumers.
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