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Guaranteed Veteran IntitlementCivil rights and guaranteed entitlement refused. Just because we're African Americans. Two veterans fell dead after taking Antabuse prescribed at WSVA Outpatient Clinic. There's no mistake antabuse was the apparent cause of their fatal exphixiation.1 of 100 SignaturesCreated by 1st Sg. Ronnie Harris, DAV
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Stop Racisim in Southfield, MichiganThis is clear violation of civil rights and the clearest form of racism. This is the reason why there is civil unrest and a continuing divide between the very people who claim to protect and serve and the community they live in. This form of racism has to stop now and it our government should never allow such atrocity.39 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Michelle Summers
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50 years later, we STILL need the Voting Rights Act50 years ago this month, the Voting Rights Act was enacted, protecting millions of Americans against politically motivated attacks on their right to vote. Two years ago, the Supreme Court gutted many of these protections, claiming that voter discrimination was a thing of the past. Since then, opportunistic politicians have proven the Court wrong, rolling back key reforms and building new barriers to the ballot box with the intent -- and effect -- of keeping folks from voting. The government shouldn't get to pick and choose which citizens can vote -- we need to restore the Voting Rights Act's protections. Tell Congress to pass the Voting Rights Advancement Act and make sure every American's voice is heard in our democracy.59 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Common Cause
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End Workplace Abuse Now!Richard Shaak, who was a long time and trusted employee, was terminated for simply speaking up and bringing to light what was on everyone's mind: the failure of management to provide their workforce with adequate and properly functioning tools to perform their jobs like the professionals that they aspire to be. Mr. Shaak simply wants the ability to for him and his co-workers to work with dignity and respect. Rich Shaak was fired for simply having a difference of opinion with Supervision. Obviously, Art Gasper and Gary Tuerk, the owners of Meridian Electrical Associates, do not value what their employees have to say. Even worse, they will not tolerate any differences of opinions between the workers, and management. Please let Art Gasper and Gary Tuerk know that suppressing freedom of speech will not be tolerated. Please sign our petition today and demand that Rich Shaak be reinstated NOW!122 of 200 SignaturesCreated by yourmeridianelectrical.org
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State of National Emergency! Save a generation of Young Black Men!We are in need of help! The police departments and local governments can't handle this matter alone! Please declare a state of NATIONAL emergency! The numbers are out there! It's no secret we need help as citizens of the USA - help to save a precious generation!17 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Minister Tonya Alston
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Members of Pinellas County School Board: Live up to your obligation to Black elementary school...I have been working in the field of education for more than 25 years. All children should be given the opportunity to experience an effective, solid and meaningful education. Our Black children deserve a quality education to prepare them for the future. It is apparent school board members set the educational clock back 60 years or more when they voted and approved to re-segregate several schools in South Pinellas County. It is time to right the wrong that has negatively impacted black children in these five schools. ~Dr. Psalms Mack119 of 200 SignaturesCreated by penethia mack
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Allow Native Americans the Right to Wear their Hair Long in All Aspects and Places in American So...Native Americans are denied the same rights and privileges as others due to the length of their hair, being forced on many occasions to have their hair cut before they are allowed access to public establishments such as schools. We are demanding that you respect the rights of ALL Native Americans concerning this matter and abolish this practice. Having long hair is an important part of our culture and ancestry, and needs to be recognized as that. Make it illegal for Native Americans to be denied the same rights as others because of the length of their hair.3,805 of 4,000 SignaturesCreated by Allan Edgar
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We Want Debate!Because 6 debates is not enough! The American people need to hear from the candidates to start making their choice!661 of 800 SignaturesCreated by Gregory Litzenberg
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End discrimination through the courts.Ending marijuana prohibition is the first step in ending discrimination. It is essential to ensure individuals' civil rights are no longer violated by law enforcement and the courts. Marijuana prohibition, as has been displayed throughout the United States, is more of a threat to citizens' lives and property than the plant itself. Save lives, please legalize.40 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Leonard Hester
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Demand better working conditions at Family Care!Dina Lara is a Certified Nursing Assistant with over 28 years of experience in the health care field. Recently, Dina was fired from her job at Family Care VNA & Home Care for speaking out in favor of stronger workplace protections like a fair schedule, paid sick days and paid family and medical leave. Dina decided to get involved in a campaign for economic justice after she was forced to take unpaid time off to undergo gallbladder surgery. She took only a few days off to recover. Her doctor told her she needed 2 weeks of rest, but she makes only $10 an hour and could not afford to miss out on more pay. When she returned to work, her hours were drastically reduced. She ended up back in the hospital. Dina bravely shared her story and advocated for paid family leave so no one else would have to go through what happened to her. She testified in favor of bills at the Connecticut statehouse, and participated in press conferences and roundtables with Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro and Senator Chris Murphy. Because of her advocacy, Family Care fired Dina, claiming she 'bashed the company'. She had been a loyal and hardworking employee there for over three years. This is unacceptable. Dina has dedicated her life to caring for others, but who is taking care of her? We must stand with her now!289 of 300 SignaturesCreated by Ana Maria Rivera-Forastieri
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Independent Audits of Election Results in KansasAccording to a WSU statistician, Beth Clarkson, "My [Clarkson's] statistical analysis shows patterns indicative of vote manipulation in machines" by multiple parties. The laws in place make it difficult to audit the paper trail in order to establish if vote manipulation is occurring. What we're asking for here is both a preventative measure and also a way of introducing more checks and balances into the voting process via independent audits. This petition is as much about safe guarding democracy for residents of Kansas as anything. You can find both Beth Clarkson's blog and data here (just go to "Voting Analysis"): http://bethclarkson.com/1,554 of 2,000 SignaturesCreated by Aareon Harreld
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Free educational courses on dealing with law enforcementToo many times people are in situations in which they are unaware of their basic rights while dealing with law enforcement. This course serves the purpose of self-empowerment while at the same time potentially saving lives.96 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Jade Wiles