The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) is the only remaining agreement limiting the expansion of the U.S. and Russian nuclear arsenals. On February 5, 2026, the treaty is set to expire. That would mean NO limits at all on the expansion of the U.S. or Russian nuclear arsenals for the first time in more than 50 years. Trump clearly has no problem with recklessly dragging the U.S. into conflict abroad — launching a lawless coup in Venezuela, threatening to seize Greenland, and pushing us closer to another endless war in the Middle East, this time with Iran — in the new year alone. If we allow New START to expire with no backup plan, Trump will have yet another avenue to fulfill his authoritarian goals — one that puts the entire world at risk. History has shown us what a new nuclear arms race means: Communities poisoned, ecosystems destroyed, billions of U.S. taxpayer dollars funneled toward war profiteers, all for weapons that put us all at risk. It’s a fate we can avoid if we put collective pressure on lawmakers to act NOW and avoid a new nuclear arms race before it begins.

A vast collection of peer-reviewed science shows that if the proposed Twin Metals mine was built along the rivers and streams flowing into the wilderness, pollution and environmental degradation would be certain. It would also harm the economy: A peer-reviewed independent study from Harvard University shows that protecting the Boundary Waters from proposed sulfide-ore mining would result in dramatically more jobs and more income over a 20-year period. Polls continually show very strong support for permanent protection for this priceless wilderness area.

Historically, the EPA has made decisions about protecting our air based on the very real health benefits of reducing air pollution—like fewer asthma attacks and hospital visits. That practice has been essential to protecting children, frontline communities, and families across the country. Now, the EPA wants to focus solely on the costs to industry instead of the real human impacts. This is a dangerous shift that could weaken clean air protections and make it harder to establish and enforce rules that protect our communities. Trump’s EPA is putting industry profits ahead of public health, undermining the EPA’s very mission. The EPA must immediately reverse course and continue to fully account for health benefits when setting air pollution standards. Protecting people’s lives should always be the government’s priority in decisions that impact the air we breathe and the water we drink. Tell EPA leadership to follow science and put public health first!

While development addresses a shortage of housing in our town, it is important this is done with careful consideration respecting the existing neighborhood. 

 By signing this petition, you are championing a vision for a greener and more connected Connecticut, committed to investing in innovative, practical transportation solutions. Let's take a step towards a more interconnected, sustainable future. Learn more and get in touch at traintime.substack.com and www.traincampaign.org. 

Why This Is Important: Animal testing and abuse cause pain, fear, and suffering to living beings who cannot protect themselves. Animals feel emotions, form bonds, and experience distress just like humans do, and harming them for non-essential products such as cosmetics and household items is unnecessary and unfair. Today, science provides many cruelty-free alternatives that are safer, more accurate, and more ethical than outdated animal experiments. Protecting animals reflects our values as a society and teaches compassion, responsibility, and respect for all life.

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Increased federal funding would help national parks preserve their special beauty, improve safety for visitors, and protect ecosystems for future generations to also enjoy.

The death of Marchello Woodard in Erie, PA, left his family and the community with unanswered questions and a sense of injustice. Independent oversight is necessary to ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability in how this case is handled.We are concerned about impartiality in this case. The Erie County District Attorney appeared on a public podcast with the parole officer involved in my father’s death. This connection raises questions about a conflict of interest and makes it critical that an independent investigation be conducted to ensure transparency and accountability. Why others should join: • Community trust: When investigations are delayed or unclear, public trust in law enforcement and local officials is eroded. • Accountability: Independent investigation ensures that any misconduct, errors, or mishandling are addressed. • Justice for families: Marchello’s family deserves answers and closure, and your support helps amplify their voice. • Prevent future tragedies: Oversight and transparency can help prevent similar cases in the future. By signing this petition, you are standing with the family and the community to demand that the authorities act responsibly and transparently.

The Morea Road warehouse project must be reevaluated because it will permanently reshape the community, placing a massive industrial facility only 300 yards from existing homes, increasing noise, air pollution, and heavy truck traffic while destroying local green space and wildlife habitat. Residents were never properly notified or given the chance to participate in earlier decisions, despite the project’s direct impact on their safety, health, property values, and quality of life. Ensuring thorough environmental studies, transparent public communication, and responsible planning is essential not to stop progress, but to protect families and preserve the long-term well-being and livability of Mahanoy Township for current and future generations.

Current street designs are dangerous, especially for those outside of a vehicle.  They encourage driver speeds in excess of posted speed limits causing crashes that frequently injure or kill our most vulnerable road users, despite being a public space that should be welcoming and accessible by all.  We want changes in our road designs so that residents of Bergen County feel comfortable and safe using any form of transportation they choose, whether they are walking, biking, driving, or taking public transit.

Lack of information about jobs – how many will actually be created, whether these jobs will be permanent facility-based jobs or temporary construction jobs, and whether Edgecombe County residents will be prioritized in recruiting – is one of many major unknowns that have led activists to oppose of the county’s sale of the land to the developer. Since launching this petition in November 2025, we have gained over 200 signatures. Our presence at monthly board of commissioners meetings has increased local awareness. The county manager's office collected almost 400 community member survey responses about data centers, and 82% were opposed. This led to the county board creating a Data Center Advisory Panel that includes several of our group members, who continue to engage the rest of the panel about the harms of data centers in our community. One of our group members, David Batts, ran for county commissioner in February and WON on a "no data centers" platform. We're eager to support him when he takes up the role formally in November 2026.