Bullying isn't just "kids being kids"—it's a crisis that claims lives, destroys self-esteem, and leaves lasting emotional scars. When we stay silent, we allow a system that tolerates cruelty to continue. When we speak up, we save lives. You should join this campaign because: • Every child deserves safety. Schools should be places of learning, not fear. No child should dread going to school because of harassment, threats, or violence. • Tragedies like Jason’s death are preventable. This is not an isolated incident. When bullying is ignored or mishandled, it escalates—with heartbreaking consequences. • Legislation works. With clear laws in place, schools are held accountable, educators are equipped to intervene, and students know there are consequences. Change doesn't happen in silence—it happens through action and policy. • We all have a role to play. Whether you're a parent, teacher, student, or simply someone who cares, your voice matters. Real change requires a community united in compassion, courage, and conviction. By standing together, we can turn pain into purpose—and make sure no other child is lost because we failed to protect them. This is about saving lives, healing families, and building a kinder future. Join us. Speak out. Push for the protection our children deserve.

Refugees from Ukraine who came to the US legally need to have an opportunity to work to support their families and contribute to the US economy by paying taxes. The government of the US is refusing to renew their work authorization, forcing them to start working illegally and be on social financial assistance. This assistance doesn’t provide enough financial support, robs them of dignity to provide for their families, and prevents them from contributing to the US economy. 

          People with a disability do experience substantial limitations with one or more major life activities. Although we can’t do some daily living things, there are still many things we can do, including working fulltime in carefully chosen career fields. Work is a good thing! For example, when I work on a daily bases I help my community, you , and your loved ones. Plus, I pay taxes when I work so I am also not only paying towards my own program, I am chipping in to help pay your grandparents SSI and only means of income. Also, as a tax payer this is your money and I’m sure if possible you would rather give it while I am giving back.            Then there is the moral reasons, no one should be forced onto the sidelines of life when they can contribute and participate in the community. Great societies care for those that can’t fully care for themselves, and we can’t continue pushing disability into poverty or forcing people to choose between staying alive or a career. Also, we are not advocating for luxury, comfort, or cosmetic services, this is all about critical lifesaving care that is… - 100% needed to live and only provided year round by Medicaid  - so costly that only the top 5-10% of Americans could afford to pay themselves. Very few Americans after paying there monthly bills and essentials have an extra $4,000-5,000 of disposable income every month in their pocket. Consider your current bills and circumstances, now could you add an additional $50,000-60,000 a year to that? This is not spare change people have lying around! - not about doctor visits or pharmacy copays or the typical things you need insurance for. We do have those same things to pay as well , but this is all about very costly long term home health support services such as: day to day getting dressed, getting in and out of bed , using the rest room bowel /bladder care, things we literally can’t do nor afford out of pocket - Extremely important to know if we don’t receive these services and can’t live in the community, we must live in a nursing home where Medicaid pays the bill(Your same tax money except it costs double to pay)          Most people are not familiar with or knowledgeable about the world of disability so you are likely reading this thinking.. wow this sounds backwards, outdated, and just wrong. Everyone I've talked to agrees, including the government. They understand and agree that this is a broken flawed system. However, they will not actually fix it nor do anything unless enough people speak up on the issue! You have the opportunity to be a part of a very important civil rights movement.  Please lend us your voice to make sure our government is spending your money smart and doing the right thing ethically to care for People with a Disability.  Sincerely, Dr. Christian,  AKA The Quadriplegic Rockstar * FYI, disability and employment + Medicaid has obstacles nationally. Tennessee , Alabama, and South Carolina have barriers instead of obstacles. This is the bill that has been voted on, signed, but is setting at the Center for Medicaid collecting dust since August 2024! Help us get this paperwork processed. https://newschannel9.com/news/local/tennessee-bill-aims-to-ease-tenncare-access-for-working-adults-with-disabilities  

The threat of ICE in schools creates unnecessary trauma, leads to damaged trust in educators, and causes students from undocumented and mixed-status families to miss school, leaving a lasting impact on their education. And surveillance and intimidation in our schools creates an unwelcoming and harmful environment for all children. Some school districts in states like California, New York, and Illinois are already taking action to protect the rights of students—and we need more districts to follow their lead and put students’ safety first.  With federal protections weakened by the Trump administration, school districts must pledge to:  • Prohibit immigration officials from entering schools if they don’t have a judicial warrant • Ensure ALL students know their rights, including that they cannot be forced to share their immigration or residency status with an ICE agent • Train all school personnel to be able to identify ICE agents and protect students Our children deserve to learn free from fear—regardless of immigration status. Sign the petition now >> 

We veterans, like elected representatives, have sworn an oath to protect and defend our constitution and our nation against all enemies, foreign and domestic.  We still stand by that oath. It is vital that we work together to protect our nation, its constitution, and our democracy.

A Decision to File a Potentially Costly Lawsuit On Your Behalf Was Made Behind Closed Doors. Taxpayer Dollars at Risk. Your elected officials have filed a lawsuit against neighboring towns and the Six Senses project — without informing Rhinebeck residents and without your input. These lawsuits serve the goals of a private opposition group from Clinton — and you’re paying their legal bills. ❌ Rhinebeck residents were kept in the dark. ⚠️ Rhinebeck Town Officials made no effort to communicate with defendants about their concerns before taking legal action on your dime. ⚠️ Attorney Warren Replansky, who filed these lawsuits on behalf of Rhinebeck, failed to publicly disclose that he also represents the Clinton opposition group's legal efforts which preceded Rhinebeck filing these lawsuits. 💸 Rhinebeck is funding lawsuits pushed by a neighboring town group, with no public debate prior to the filing. We, the taxpayers and business owners of Rhinebeck, demand: 🗣️ A PUBLIC HEARING before a single dollar more is spent. 🛑 NO MORE CLOSED-DOOR DECISIONS TO APPROPRIATE PUBLIC MONEYS. New York Consolidated Laws, Public Officers Law - PBO § 105. Conduct of executive sessions: Upon a majority vote of its total membership, taken in an open meeting pursuant to a motion identifying the general area or areas of the subject or subjects to be considered, a public body may conduct an executive session for the below enumerated purposes only, provided, however, that NO ACTION BY FORMAL VOTE SHALL BE TAKEN TO APPROPRIATE PUBLIC MONEYS. ✍️ Sign the Petition. Make Your Voice Heard.

As constituents of Texas’ 31st District, we believe it is vital that our elected representative maintain open, two-way communication with the people he serves. A public town hall provides a forum for dialogue, transparency, and accountability — values that transcend party lines and strengthen our democracy. Many of us have serious concerns about issues that directly impact our lives, such as protecting due process for all Americans and preserving essential healthcare programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Whether we agree on every policy or not, we all deserve the opportunity to ask questions, share our views, and be heard. A town hall is not about division — it’s about connection, respect, and being active participants in the decisions that affect our communities.

Just days ago, three U.S. citizen children from two different families were deported with their mothers by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). One of them is a 4-year-old with Stage 4 cancer who was deported without medication or the ability to contact their doctors. Lawyers say the families were taken to an ICE facility in Alexandria, Louisiana, where they were prevented from communicating with their family members and legal representatives and then put on a flight to Honduras. The lack of humanity and due process is shocking and intentionally violent.  Unfortunately, this is a common occurrence in an already broken immigration system that isn’t working for anyone. And it’s becoming increasingly worse and harder to navigate for people under the Trump administration in the past few months.  People are being arrested by ICE, their families ripped apart and their children—regardless of their citizenship— kidnapped and sent to countries they’ve never called home. This is happening right now in our country. And it must stop.  This isn’t about partisan politics. It’s a matter of fairness and basic rights. Trump’s administration and these expedited deportations are violating the rights of both citizens and noncitizens. It’s unacceptable. 

Democracy -By Langston Hughes Democracy will not come Today, this year Nor ever Through compromise and fear. I have as much right As the other fellow has To stand On my two feet And own the land. I tire so of hearing people say, Let things take their course. Tomorrow is another day. I do not need my freedom when I'm dead. I cannot live on tomorrow's bread. Freedom Is a strong seed Planted In a great need. I live here, too. I want freedom Just as you.

What is happening to Rümeysa Öztürk is terrifying.  Abruptly stripped of her visa. Restrained and arrested. Smuggled out of Massachusetts by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in plainclothes. Hidden from her family, community, and lawyers in a private, for-profit detention facility in Louisiana. All because she wrote an op-ed in the Tufts school newspaper calling for the university to abide by undergraduate student senate resolutions meant to hold Israel accountable for international law violations. Rümeysa's harsh and unlawful detainment is an assault on our fundamental First Amendment rights and civil liberties—and we should all be concerned. Donald Trump is abusing his position of power to intimidate everyday people, silence dissenters, and roll back our fundamental rights. He doesn’t care about safety or ensuring our schools are welcoming spaces. In fact, his administration has been doing the opposite, bullying universities to control curriculum, gutting public programs, and pitting our communities against each other.  Show the Trump administration that we are united and we will continue to mobilize to protect Rümeysa and others from his illegal power grabs.  Sign the petition to urge Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and Middlesex District Attorney Marian T. Ryan to launch an immediate and thorough criminal investigation into Rümeysa's kidnapping.

Diversity broadens the possibility of Diverse points of view having an impact in the County 

Because AJ Nova is an innocent man and he is in prison.