Success: GOP’s Vote Against Congress Watchdog Reversed
A vote to dismantle a congressional body that seeks out and reports corruption has been overturned. Praise this move, which will keep transparency within the government.
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Success: Decision to Gut Office of Congressional Ethics Reversed
Republicans in the House of Representatives have reversed their plans to strip the independent ethics office that oversees Congress of its power, in response to an avalanche of public outcry. Thank the House for keeping Congress accountable and listening to the voices of American citizens.
Success: Endangered Species and Native American Artifacts Preserved
Over 1.5 million acres of sacred Native American land has been designated as national monuments. Sign this petition to applaud President Obama for providing protection to endangered plants, animals, and ancient artifacts.
Success: EPA Acknowledges Fracking Can Cause Water Contamination
The EPA has acknowledged that hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, can cause water contamination and has highlighted the fact that this contamination can occur at every stage of the process. Applaud the EPA for finally releasing this report about fracking and its impact on our water.
Success: Dakota Access Pipeline Construction Permit Denied
In a victory for the rights of indigenous peoples, the right to clean water, and the global fight against climate change, the Army Corps of Engineers has denied drilling and construction permits to the Dakota Access Pipeline. While the Trump administration may try to reverse this decision, it may result in a permanent halt to construction. Sign our petition to applaud this decision.
Success: FBI Puts Clinton Email Controversy to Rest
After the director of the FBI informed Congress that they were looking through more of Hillary Clinton’s emails, the DOJ and many others demanded the release of further details as they became available. The FBI has since stated that its original suggestion not to press charges against Clinton still stands. Thank the FBI for releasing these details before the day of the election.
Success: Online Information Protected from Greedy Corporations
Personal information will now be kept private thanks to a federal ruling that prevents companies from buying and selling private information such as app purchases and browsing histories. Applaud this progressive decision to preserve online privacy.
Success: Ex-Judge Indicted for Exchanging Sexual Favors and Photos for Lighter Sentences
Former Judge Joseph Boeckmann was indicted after being accused by dozens of young men of extorting sexual acts, spankings, and sexually explicit pictures in exchange for lighter sentences, reduced fines, and monetary benefits. Sign this petition to applaud the decision to seek justice in this case against a powerful judge.
Success: Company Stops Cutting Open Pigs for Sales Pitches
Pigs were being cut open and killed in order to demonstrate how a well-known company’s products work to its sales personnel. Thankfully, after hearing from many concerned citizens, the company has decided to end this cruel practice. Praise the company for sparing countless lives from unnecessary pain and death.
Success: Wells Fargo CEO Steps Down Under Pressure
Wells Fargo’s CEO has decided to leave his position as investigations continue into the company’s use of illegal banking practices. Lawmakers have called for his resignation because they believe the executive may have known about the illegal acts for years. Praise Stumpf’s decision to leave the company.
Success: Proposal to Ban Life-Saving Herb is Withdrawn
A plant used as a medicine for centuries will not be unjustly banned, at least for now. Sign this petition to tell the DEA that kratom should be permanently left unregulated.
Success: DEA Reconsiders Ban on Life-Saving Herb
A life-saving plant was slated to be banned by the Drug Enforcement Administration, despite hundreds of years of medicinal use. The plan was widely opposed, and the DEA has responded by giving the herb a reprieve pending research and an official public comment period. Applaud the decision to listen to the needs of the people and reconsider the misguided ban.
Success: Wells Fargo CEO Steps Down After Scandal
A top banking executive is resigning in the wake of a massive scandal of which he allegedly had direct knowledge. Commend the campaign that led to this response.
Success: U.S. Deportations to Haiti Halted in the Wake of Hurricane Matthew
In the wake of Hurricane Matthew, the US Department of Homeland Security has announced it will stop all deportations to Haiti. Applaud this success and push for greater protections for refugees and migrants fleeing the impacts of climate change.
Success: “Victory Tax” on Olympic Athletes Repealed
American Olympic athletes will no longer be taxed for winning medals and other prizes after President Obama signed a bill preventing the IRS from collecting money from winning athletes. Applaud the repeal of this excessive and unfair tax.
Success: Soaring Pharmaceutical Costs Addressed
Life-saving prescription drugs may soon become more easily affordable thanks to new laws aimed at reducing price gouging by greedy drug companies. Praise this move, which could save millions of people from unnecessary suffering or death.
Success: Major Retailer Ends Sale of Fur and Angora Hair
A major international retailer has finally ended its use of fur and angora hair in its clothing. Fur and angora farms are notorious for raising animals in poor conditions and hurting or killing them in horrific ways. Sign this petition to thank the retailer for ending its support of this cruel industry.
Success: Obama Pledges to Resettle 110,000 Refugees
America has promised to resettle 110,000 more refugees within the next year. Thank Obama for pledging to save thousands of asylum seekers’ lives.
Success: Thousands of Wild Horses Saved from Unnecessary Slaughter
Thousands of wild horses will be spared due to a government decision to cancel a plan that would have needlessly massacred them. Applaud the effort to work towards a more humane solution to control wild horse populations rather than simply exterminating these precious animals.
Success: President Permanently Protects Planned Parenthood Funding
Family planning and health care for people nationwide will be saved thanks to a new rule proposed by the Obama administration. Commend this rule and the protection of affordable health care clinics across the country.
Success: Fracking Wastewater Disposal Sites Closed
In the wake of the recent 5.6 magnitude earthquake in Oklahoma, state regulators have ordered the closure of 37 wastewater disposal sites. These sites, where wastewater is injected deep into the ground, have been linked to an increase in seismic activity. Applaud these closures.
Success: Price of Life-Saving EpiPens is Lowered
After increasing the price of EpiPens to unaffordable levels, the company behind the life-saving drug has agreed to offer copay vouchers and produce a generic option. Thank the company for taking steps to protect the lives of people with severe allergies.
Stop Wasting $165 Billion of Food Every Year
America wastes $165 billion in food every year while 1 in 5 children suffers from hunger. It’s time for things change, and one part of that solution is simple. We can easily decrease the amount of waste generated every year by 44% with a “Pay As You Throw” Program.
Success: Endangered Species Recovering at Record Levels
Endangered species are recovering at a record rate thanks to proactive government protections. Applaud these extremely encouraging statistics and thank the officials responsible for protecting these vulnerable animals.
Success: FDA Reconsidering Ban On Gay Men Donating Blood
The FDA has stepped up to the plate and announced they are re-evaluating their archaic policies on blood donation that singles out gay men. Congratulate the FDA for finally listening to the voices of the American people.
