Success: Uber To Make Changes Addressing Sexism and Sexual Harassment
Uber has released a plan to reform and combat the rampant sexism and toxicity of its work environment. Sign below to support this commitment to implement those recommendations.
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Success: Exxon Must Release Records in Climate Fraud Case
ExxonMobil must release documents which may indicate the company misled the public and shareholders regarding a connection between carbon emissions and climate change, according to a new court ruling. Sign the petition applauding this critical victory in the case.
Success: Shark Fin Ban Approved By Senate
The import, export, and sale of shark fins has been banned in the U.S. Sign this petition to thank Congress for taking a stand against this cruel and unsustainable practice.
Success: Travel Ban Blocked From Another Revival
Trump’s second attempt to revive his unconstitutional travel ban has been blocked by the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals. Sign this petition to thank the court for their continued aid in this victory against Trump’s agenda.
Success: EPA Comments Demand Continued Protection
The EPA has been flooded with comments praising the regulations that keep air and water clean after the agency asked for suggestions that the rules be repealed. Sign this petition to praise the work of commenters to push back against the Trump administration’s efforts to pollute America’s environments and people.
Success: Coast Guard Stops Killing Animals for Training
For years, animals have been tortured and killed for military trauma training.Thankfully, high-tech simulators will now replace live animals. Sign this petition and praise the Coast Guard’s decision to end this brutality.
Success: USDA Reposts Animal Welfare Information
Thousands of records of animal cruelty were removed from the USDA web site, impeding efforts to hold abusers accountable. The USDA has faced a huge outcry from concerned citizens and in response they’ve re-posted some of the records. Sign this petition to praise them for this step in the right direction.
Success: Special Counsel Appointed to Oversee Russia Investigation
The Deputy Attorney General has appointed a special counsel to oversee the investigation into possible collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. Appointee Robert Mueller is well-respected on both sides of the aisle, has an unblemished reputation as an investigator and a demonstrated willingness to challenge the executive branch. Sign the below petition applauding his selection.
Success: Communities Protected From Methane Pollution
Protections for people and wildlife living near oil wells have been saved from a Republican attack. Praise this decision, which is monumental in the fight against climate change.
Success: Pro-Environmental Laws Protected From Republican Attack
Limits on methane emissions will remain intact thanks to three Republican senators who voted against the repeal of these limits. This is extremely important in the face of the Trump administration’s every effort to destroy the environment. Sign this petition to thank Senator John McCain for helping to turn the vote the right way.
Success: Democrats Preserve Federal Arts Funding
Arts funding, including money for PBS and NPR, has been saved from potential cuts. Add your name to applaud this protection of the arts.
Success: United Airlines Compensates and Apologizes to Passenger Dragged Off Flight
A passenger was forcibly and violently dragged off a United Airlines flight, sparking public backlash. The company has finally accepted full responsibility for what occurred and has promised to make the necessary changes. Sign this petition to thank United Airlines for stepping up.
Success: N.S.A. Will Cease Collection of Unnecessary Emails About Foreign Targets
The National Security Agency (N.S.A.) will cease the collection of Americans’ emails and text messages that simply discuss or mention suspicious surveillance targets. The practice is one of the most controversial parts of the N.S.A.’s warrantless spying program, and its end represents a significant development in American surveillance policy. Sign the petition to express that you are satisfied with the decision but are still alert to how the N.S.A. will collect our data in the future.
Success: Sanctuary City Defunding Order Blocked
Donald Trump tried to use an executive order to withhold funding from sanctuary cities that protect immigrants from deportation. Applaud the U.S. judge who blocked this order.
Success: Judge Rules Against Trump’s Sanctuary City Defunding
The Trump administration’s attempt to block funding for sanctuary cities has been temporarily halted by a district judge. Applaud the activist community who fought for this ruling against overreaching, unconstitutional measures that would ramp up deportation of vulnerable immigrants.
Success: Article on Trump’s Estate Removed From State Department Website
An article about President Trump’s golf course was removed from the State Department’s website due to immense backlash. Sign this petition to thank the department for removing the article and ensuring that ethics laws are kept.
Success: Wrongful Nude Photo Sharing Made Illegal
Sharing nude pictures of servicewomen online without consent is now officially illegal under Marine and Navy Law. The decision comes after this abhorrent practice was discovered to be commonplace. Praise the fact that service members can now be held accountable, and express that you will not stop fighting until servicewomen are treated with total respect.
Success: Bill O’Reilly Taken Off Air Following Claims of Sexual Harassment
Fox News has removed Bill O’Reilly from his role as host and commentator on “The O’Reilly Factor” after multiple women stepped forward with sexual harassment accusations. Thank the company for taking O’Reilly off the air so he can no longer bully and harass fellow reporters.
Success: Spicer Apologizes for Claiming Hitler Didn’t Use Chemical Weapons
Press Secretary Spicer has apologized for his insensitive and false comment that Hitler did not use chemical weapons during the Holocaust. Support this apology as a first small step toward making things right.
Success: Twitter Protects Free Speech For Anti-Trump Account
A federal lawsuit demanding information about an anti-Trump Twitter account has been dropped. Applaud Twitter for protecting the privacy and free speech of its users.
Success: White Supremacist Removed From National Security Council
White supremacist Steve Bannon has been removed from the National Security Council. Applaud the removal of this unfit adviser.
Tell Home Depot: Remove Toxic Chemicals From Your Shelves
A home improvement project shouldn’t expose you or your family to dangerous chemicals. But right now you can walk into The Home Depot and buy paint strippers containing chemicals tied to more than 50 deaths nationwide and which are linked to liver and lung cancer. Urge Home Depot to stop selling products containing these deadly chemicals.
Success: Company Pulls Ads from Bill O’Reilly’s Show after Claims of Sexual Harassment
The web company Angie’s List has pulled ads from Bill O’Reilly’s Fox News talk show after multiple women accused the television commentator of sexual harassment. Thank the company for putting women’s rights and safety before their own financial bottom line.
Success: Google Adds “Fact-Check” to Search Results
Google has added a “fact-check” tag into its search results, a major step in the ongoing process of filtering out fake and misleading news and facts. Support this step and urge that this progress continue moving forward.
Success: Trump’s Travel Ban Indefinitely Placed on Hold
President Trump’s second attempt at a travel ban designed to limit the immigration of Muslims has been placed on hold indefinitely. Praise the judge that enforced this hold, which protects innocent immigrants and refugees against the institutionalization of bigotry.
