"So if you've seen nothing, if the crimes of this government remain unknown to you then I would suggest you allow the fifth of November to pass unmarked. But if you see what I see, if you feel as I feel, and if you would seek as I seek, then I ask you to stand beside me one year from tonight, outside the gates of Parliament, and together we shall give them a fifth of November that shall never, ever be forgot!” - From the movie V for Vendetta, when the character V addresses the people through a high jacked news room. Hello, I’m of the Millennial generation, the first time I was eligible to vote was the year Kerry and Bush were running against each other for President. Being that it was my first opportunity to vote I looked forward to executing my right as a woman living in the United States in 2004. Well, I knew I wasn’t going to vote for Bush but Kerry did not feel worthy of my vote either, so I wrote-in a nobody. After that, I unregistered myself from voting and, like the majority of Millennials, facing a myriad of challenges ahead of me, had given up. When you sit back and pay attention to the corruption in our government it tends to beat you down and make you feel like you have no voice, hope, or vote. Two years ago I realized that I can make a difference in my local elections and reregistered to vote. In Seattle, where we elected to the Seattle City Counsel an awesome Indian American woman running in the independent Socialist Alternative party that she had created. After she won, twice, I felt a sense of renewed hope that we could collectively change things on a small scale. This non-white woman ran against the establishment, against a corrupt money infiltrated system and with the mobilization of the (mostly young) people she won! That gave me so much hope! Then, a year ago as I started to care more about politics. Through liking the Elizabeth Warren Facebook page I came across a meme quoting a Senator Bernie Sanders. The meme was right on point for me, and so I went and "liked" Senator Bernie Sanders's Facebook page. When Bernie announced he was running for president I thought, "wow, I'd like to learn more about this guy" so I dove into the vastness of the Internet. Reading and listening to everything I could find about him, from old articles, video clips, radio clips, interviews and began to realize he cares about the world for the exact same reason I am an activist. I fight for my (not yet born) children. I constantly wonder, “what kind of world am I working to make for them to come into?” With Bernie Sanders running for president we have a chance for a leader that knows how and will LEAD this country towards unity and lead us to vote for representatives that will pass legislation BY THE PEOPLE AND FOR THE PEOPLE! If you have been paying attention then you know that the Democratic National Committee (DNC) has been doing everything they can to keep Bernie from become the Democratic nominee. I genuinely believe, NOW, when we have such a leader running for President of the United States, that this is the time for us to stand up and take back what is left of our “democracy”. Knowing how much Bernie Sanders appeals to a sleeping giant of non-voting eligible voters such as Millennials, Independents, Liberals, Libertarians and the lifelong Republicans that don’t agree with him on women’s or gay rights but are campaigning for him because they are fed up with the corruption as much as the rest of us are, I BELIEVE HE CAN WIN the Presidency outside of the Democratic Party AS A INDEPENDENT WRITE-IN. Democrat voters afraid to split the vote are welcome to write Bernie in so they can keep a Republican from the White House. Bernie supporters are far less (by a huge percentage) likely to support Hillary than Hillary supporters are to support Bernie. If Bernie Sanders loses the Democratic nomination due to DNC corruption, I ask that We the People ask Bernie’s campaign to use this incredible tool of the (mostly) 21st Century, the internet, to spread the information that he will run as a write-in and have the Sleeping Giant rally to make history by electing a President We the People want and break free of the two party system we all despise. This is our V for Vendetta moment! Let us stand together and once again fight to recreate a government FOR THE PEOPLE, BY THE PEOPLE! Thank you!

Due to the undemocratic actions taken by Debbie Wasserman Schultz and the Democratic National Committee and because we believe the two party system, corporations, special interest groups, and the wealthy and powerful are corrupting our Democracy, I started this petition requesting that Bernie Sanders run as an Independent in the 2016 Presidential Election. For millions of us, neither party represents our ideals as fully as Senator Bernie Sanders does. This is why he must run as an Independent so we too are represented next year. Otherwise, many of us will be unable to vote for President in next years election.

At what point do we, as political creatures, say enough is enough? How far does the DNC have to go before we start putting pressure on the DNC, not to play fair, but to obey the rules that they them selves instituted. I wrote the following canned reply weeks ago after receiving one too many of what I'd like to refer to as Hillary's chain (e)mail: "As a general supporter of the Democratic Party I have been systematically removing my email address from lists that support Hillary Clinton in her presidential bid. I am dissatisfied with the DNC in general for its lack of foresight and its insistence on backing Hillary Clinton. I will not be voting for Hillary because I disagree with her policy stances; they are consistently moving targets. And whether it be her association as a Barry Goldwater republican or her chumminess with Wall Street or her rapid sea changes depending on current polling, I can not bring myself to TRUST Hillary R. Clinton. Please feel free to remove me from any list serve that supports her candidacy. Steve Archer II USMC 1999-2004 OIF/OEF veteran Small business owner African American Black male Citizen" Was that enough? No. So I'm starting a petition wherein I am declaring that I will only write in Bernie Sanders name at the top of the ticket and walk away from the rest of the election. While the Republican Party may claim to fear Donald Trump, he is good for business. The DNC has no respect or concern for the voting public. They believe that we will pinch our nose and vote for Hillary Clinton. #bernieorbust is a wonderful slogan but there's no pressure, there's no leverage, there's no passion. Bernie Sanders started the fire? Perhaps. I believe it would be unconscionable to allow this spark of a political revolution to die in the back rooms of the DNC. Again, my impassioned plea, is that you call your politicians and let them know that you will be riding in Bernie Sanders and leaving the rest of the ticket blank if the DNC is not immediately re-organized and access is restored to the Bernie Sanders campaign. Just to be clear reorganizing the DNC means that chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), Debbie Wasserman Schultz should step down or be removed from her undeserved position.

Digital security, accountability. My information could be among the data that was leaked and which may be maintained without the proper security controls. With the tough security controls required for population data in other industries, it is a sensible request to ask the Justice Department to review how these public servants have mishandled population data in the course of these events.

The D.C. Fair Elections bill empowers city residents by providing a match of $5 for every $1 they contribute to qualified candidates who forgo large private donations from special interests in lieu of small contributions of $100 or less. As a result, candidates in Washington, D.C. can focus on their constituents, rather than those of lobbyists and wealthy donors. The high cost of campaigns keep good candidates from running, and shapes the policy agenda of those who get elected. Demos research shows the mostly white, older donor class is against hugely popular proposals to raise the minimum wage, enact debt-free college, and ensure all eligible citizens have the chance to vote. Public financing systems—like the one proposed in the D.C. Fair Elections bill—are exactly what’s needed to empower voters and good candidates alike.

CPHS volunteers have witnessed animal abuse and neglect at this particular shelter. It was brought to the attention of the Shelter Director, the Board President, Board Secretary and Humane Officer, without resolution. Some of the concerns include an employee who mishandled a dog by removing the dog by lifting her in the air and dragging her and calling her derogatory names. Volunteers have brought to the attention of staff and veterinarians the lack of appropriate follow-up care on animals. Dogs are also forced to hold their bowels and bladder in excess of 15 plus hours a day. There is also a lack of thorough home inspections and background checks for potential pet owners. This has resulted in some animals being adopted by people who previously did not care adequately for their pets. The grounds of this facility are also filthy. The laws must be changed to protect these innocent animals.

Scalia insulted African Americans by implying they are not qualified to attend many of our institutions of higher learning. It is unfortunate that Scalia was allowed to attend our Institutions of higher learning because he obviously did not reach the level of intellect, sophistication and morals required. The first Italian American to be appointed to the Supreme Court, appointed by Reagan who lacked the intellect, sophistication and morals required for the reverence and respect our court deserves. America is suffering the consequence. America and African Americans deserve better! Impeach Scalia.

“First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a Socialist. Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a Trade Unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a Jew. Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.” This poem was written by Pastor Martin Niemoller about the Nazis in World War II. Adolph Hitler harangued against the Jews for years before he took control of Germany. He repeated his lies about Jewish "power" until people them and let his Nazi stormtroopers murder six million. In Donald Trump I see frightening similarities. Trump is spreading lies about Mexicans and undocumented aliens in the United States. In his increasingly hysterical comments, a thread of truth may be twisted and exaggerated. If you listen, there’s not much substance to his rants, mainly attempts to get people both afraid of his targets and to hate them. Hitler tested his poison gas on disabled persons. Trump pokes fun of the disabilities of reporter Serge Kovaleski. He is also aiming his barbs at Muslims, with threats to register to keep track of them. Would he next require all Muslims in America to wear yellow patches? Think about what Pastor Niemoller said. If we don’t stand up for the disabled, the Mexicans and undocumented, and Muslims in our midst, who’s next? I worry about whom he will go after next. Don’t you? What if he were President?

Congress is holding our government hostage to fund unnecessary riders on bills that should pass on their own merit. Pledge of We the People We the People declare that we will no longer be subject to corporate and government terrorism. The United States, as We the People, Do not negotiate with terrorists. We Demand clean legislative bills with few riders, We demand that the needs of the many outweigh the needs or wants of the Few, We demand a constitutional ammendment creating transparency in government posting all proposed bills to the public for public review with a link to send congress a letter of opinion, We demand that a website be established in order to post bills in simple English along with All riders, and that the votes by every representative for or against be posted, with an option to message our representatives and rate them on their performance according to the people based on individual profiles with 1 vote per representative per bill; and We demand to be represented by the people we elect to office. If these demands are too difficult for you to understand we understand that we will decide to take further action and begin recall ballots, impeachment hearings and plain removal from office for those not willing to work for the common good. We have lived off the scraps long enough; we demand that our representatives work for their constituents, not just to line their pockets, careers, and for unbridled Greed. As in the Declaration of independence ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL, and WE THE PEOPLE HAVE CERTAIN INALIENABLE RIGHTS, THE RIGHT TO LIFE, LIBERTY, AND THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS. Your constant battle for the greed and wealth has blinded you of these facts and we demand them back. We the People, as a united front, can and will return this country to its former glory. We are dedicated and will continue to unite under this banner and declare, NO MORE! Congress will no longer hold us hostage for its political backers and the greed of the wealthy. We believe we have the rights to Fair and equal Representation. All men/women deserve to be heard. We declare that all felons without a violent felony be returned the rights to vote after 5 years from their release date. All citizens shall have the rights to register and vote at will. If ID's are required for voting then basic state ID's shall be generated in each district for free to low income residence. For districts that have move the places to get id's away from certain areas Reliable transportation must be provided to get every citizen to an ID center and Poll to cast a ballot. We will no longer be the silent masses, the quiet majority. It is time WE stand up and take back our government from corporate and Wealth Terrorism. We have a revolutionary movement started and will continue to grow in numbers eventually ousting all politicians that no longer represent the people they serve. You have forgotten We the People are your boss and we will be represented. Don't think your military will save you this time as you have cut them out of jobs when they return home, cut their benefits, forgotten them and leave them homeless after they serve with their lives. You deem anyone with little money as expendable. We the People includes our military brothers and sisters. All Races, places of origin, Creeds, and sexual orientation are included in We the people we are fighting for our rights and freedom from oppression just as our founding fathers did. Signed, We the People of the United States of America.

This is about the reality on the ground and not the 1% of people that manipulate all the workings in this "democracy. The sooner we state the true nature of our social, economic, and national problem the quicker we will address inequality and justice and return to democracy.

Former NY Senate Majority Leader Skelos has just become the second legislative leader to be convicted on corruption charges in the past two weeks. However, justice for New Yorkers won’t be served until we change rules that make such abuse of power possible. Elected officials should serve the people of New York only.

Donald Trump recently called for a ban on all Muslim immigrants coming to the United States. Mr. Trump has said some shocking things throughout his presidential campaign, but this is really beyond the pale. For more than 235 years, we have upheld the freedom of religion as one of our country's core principles. It's one of the many things that makes America exceptional as a nation. We must say ENOUGH to this divisive rhetoric.