A prime example of this "sanewashing"—attempting to downplay a person or idea’s radicality to make it more palatable to the general public—from media outlets as it relates to Trump: His Pennsylvania rally from just a few weeks ago.  Donald Trump went on a profane, nonsensical rant about Vice President Kamala Harris at a Pennsylvania rally. But this isn't the first time that he's gone on unhinged rampages on the 2024 campaign trail. Another prime example is Donald Trump falsely calling himself the "Father of IVF." He consistently still espouses the "Big Lie" that the election was stolen, and calling January 6 "A Day of Love." None of this is normal, and no one, especially reporters, should be treating this behavior like it is.  Reporting isn't just reporting the facts and quotes, there's a need for reporters to be authentic and truth-tellers in a world of disinformation and misinformation. When Biden was in the race, articles slammed him over and over for his debate performance, calling in to question his mental health, his age, and whether or not he's fit to be president at all.  And whether or not you agree, the parity between the reports on Biden's physical health from one debate and Trump's frequently nonsensical remarks in interviews and at his rallies is simply not equal and on par. 

Did you see that Elon Musk pledged (then walked back) an eye-popping $45 million per month to elect Trump and his allies in 2024? That's a staggering sum – and Musk is far from the only big spender this year. On the right, on the left, and everywhere in between, we have billionaires and special interests buying their way to outsize influence in our elections, simply because they're richer than you or me. But no matter who it is, we ALL pay the price when wealthy megadonors get to buy their way to a bigger say in our democracy – with inaction on healthcare and minimum wage, and tax giveaways to the ultra-rich. That's why Common Cause has fought for years to undo the Citizens United status quo and pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the DISCLOSE Act – which would return power to everyday Americans and limit Big Money’s influence in our democracy. Join us in calling on Congress to END the Citizens United era and pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the DISCLOSE Act!

Reject Xcel Energy's 20-year extension request for the Monticello nuclear power plant. • The plant is 53 years old, making it one of the three oldest in the US. • The 2022 leak of 829,000 gallons of radioactive tritium and other carcinogens poses a threat to: • The Mississippi River, a drinking water source for 20 million people. • The environment and wildlife. • The food chain through irrigation of crops. • Tritium exposure, especially during pregnancy, is linked to: • Cancers in newborns. • Pregnancy loss. • Birth abnormalities. We say NO! NO to the deadly radioactivity harming our children, environment, drinking water, and food! NO to the extension request! We demand the safe shutdown of the Monticello plant!

We've had enough of being left out by Meta without a valid reason and navigating their exhausting and unhelpful customer support maze. We know we’re not alone—countless others are struggling with the same dismissive treatment. Meta's support system is outdated, frustrating, and impossible to understand. It’s time for change. Join us in demanding a clearer, more accountable, and genuinely supportive experience for all creators and businesses.

Being a member of Congress has many perks, but padding your stock portfolio shouldn’t be one of them. But right now, members of Congress can trade stocks in any number of companies — while voting on legislation that can increase the profit margins of the very same industries those laws govern. Take just one example: Every year, about HALF of an $800 BILLION Pentagon budget flows directly to weapons contractors like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and more. The lawmakers responsible for signing off on that astronomical amount? Many of them hold investments in the same weapons makers. That’s why what’s happening now is so important. A bipartisan group of senators has set the stage to dismantle this broken status quo with the “Ending Trading and Holdings In Congressional Stocks” or “ETHICS” Act. This groundbreaking bill would end the war profiteering by banning congressional stock trading altogether — and the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs just pushed this urgently needed legislation past a crucial hurdle. Now, the stage is set for the ETHICS Act to go to the Senate floor, and when that happens, we need to make sure it passes with the resounding majority it deserves. Your senators' support is a crucial piece of the puzzle — and that’s why we need you to speak out today.

Signing this petition is crucial for several reasons: 1. **Preservation of a Beloved Game**: "Harry Potter: Magic Awakened" has captivated a large and dedicated player base with its unique blend of magic and strategy. By signing the petition, you show your support for preserving a game that has brought joy and a sense of community to its players. 2. **Continuation of Community and Connection**: The game has fostered a vibrant community where players connect, collaborate, and share their love for the Harry Potter universe. Signatures on the petition reflect a collective desire to maintain these valuable connections and continue participating in a thriving community. 3. **Advocacy for Player Investment**: Many players have invested time and money into "Harry Potter: Magic Awakened." Supporting this petition demonstrates that you value these investments and wish to see them respected by ensuring the game's future. 4. **Encouraging a Viable Solution**: By showing strong community support, the petition can encourage NetEase Games to consider acquiring the servers and continuing the game. This collective action increases the likelihood that the game will find a new lease on life under a capable steward. 5. **Influence and Visibility**: A well-supported petition has the potential to attract attention from key decision-makers and media outlets, amplifying the message and increasing the chances of a favorable outcome. Your signature is a crucial step in advocating for the continuation of "Harry Potter: Magic Awakened" and ensuring that the passion of its player base is heard.

Meteorologists are warning that we’re on track for another record-breaking season—just like 2020—when multiple hurricanes and tropical storms formed on the same day. Decades of climate research is clear: Big Oil’s emissions are raising sea surface temperatures, making storms more destructive than ever. Hurricane Beryl shattered records as the earliest Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic. It knocked out power for millions of people in Texas, during a deadly heatwave that claimed dozens of lives. The costs are staggering—up to $32 billion in damage—yet the fossil fuel industry continues to dodge responsibility for their role in creating these climate-fueled disasters. They profit, we pay. Some states have already taken bold action. In May, Vermont passed the Climate Superfund Act, becoming the first state in history to force Big Oil to pay for the damage their emissions have caused. And they aren’t alone. New York has passed its own Climate Superfund Act, and more states are following their lead. Now, it’s time for Congress to step up and pass federal legislation that will force these billionaire polluters to pay for the climate disasters they’ve fueled. American taxpayers are crushed by the costs of rebuilding homes, communities, and lives, all while Big Oil pollutes our planet and rakes in record profits. It’s time they’re held accountable. Sign the petition to demand Congress pass the Make Polluters Pay Act and force Big Oil to take responsibility for the destruction they’ve caused!

If anything please, consider how much Jillian misses home and her mommy! Monica absolutely provided for her and put her first. 

SpaceX's illegal discharges of pollutants and failed flight tests have caused significant environmental damage, including damaging vital wildlife habitats and contributing to elevated mercury levels in local waterways. Despite repeated warnings from the EPA and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, SpaceX continues to evade accountability and bypass proper permitting processes.  Last year, a failed SpaceX test flight’s explosion ignited a 3.5 acre fire through neighboring state park land, damaging nesting and migration sites for local endangered species. After this failure, Musk pushed for another test flight on a rushed timeline, evading the permitting process that would require SpaceX to meet pollutant discharge limits and outline a wastewater treatment plan. It’s clear Elon Musk and SpaceX view environmental protection standards as an obstacle rather than a necessary safeguard, and would rather prioritize profits over legal responsibility.  Sign the petition to demand that the EPA and the FAA hold Elon Musk and SpaceX accountable for their pollution and to review SpaceX's permitting processes. Corporate polluters like SpaceX are not allowed to disregard the health of local communities and wildlife in favor of profit!

Think about it: Walmart is the biggest grocery chain in the country, and it paid its CEO $25 million in 2023. That’s 933 times the median associate’s wages, which are also below the poverty line for a family of four.  Simultaneously, there was a $163 million increase in profits from 2022 to 2023, for a total of over $13.6 billion. So if companies are continuing to not just profit, but break RECORDS, why are prices going up?  While families face climbing food prices, corporations rake in more profits. WHAT SENSE DOES THAT MAKE? The Biden-Harris administration has already started the critical and necessary work to fight back against corporate greed, and tax wealthy CEOs and corporations what they owe just like the rest of us. But it's clear this work needs to continue for working class and middle-class people to afford their groceries.  This also means continuing to build and support a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) with authority to pass rules and regulations that will benefit all of us, including regulating mergers and corporate monopolies that will drive up costs and making it harder for small businesses to stay afloat!  Sign the petition to support a Harris-Walz administration in fighting back against the price gouging that drives up the costs of goods and lines greedy CEOs pockets!

There needs to be increased security in order for residents to remain living on this property.

This would be a very effective change of course for this property.   * Funding: Sen Chuck Schumer was instrumental in securing over $3.4+million dollars for this facility's upgrade. A small part of this very public funding could be used/offset as thanks for this funding/generosity and the continued confidence in Central Hudson's use/management of what are very public waterways.  *Community Investments: Central Hudson, along with its parent company Fortis, have made very public their intentions for continued community investment projects. This could be one such project that is already within their ownership! They own the land, a large portion of it is already used for recreation purposes (for CH employees only currently), and as state above - very generous public funding has been made available - earmarked for this location. Local town/County partnerships could easily ensure this type of property's upkeep and maintenance - if not existing maintenance that is already in place.  *Safety: Over the years there have been some really close calls with some people fishing - walking along, parking along the highway there. Kids are fishing there all the time and love it! Its time to consider allowing for more accessible means of enjoying this waterway and addressing a known safety issue too!  * Not just for residents, but Central Hudson customers!:  These aren't strangers. The people who live in this are (currently over 180,000 Ulster County residents) are Central Hudson customers.