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.

Donald Trump is a racist and a bigot, but the political committee that works to elect Republicans to the Senate has been profiting off of his name by selling Trump-branded merchandise since May. Ohio Senator Rob Portman (R) has criticized some of Trump's remarks, but he's still accepting support from the sale of Trump merchandise to help his 2016 re-election campaign. In a recent email, a Republican committee encouraged supporters to “claim” the “perfect gift” — a Trump koozie for $12 — “just in time for the holidays!” They’re also selling bumper stickers that read “I’m with Trump,” further proof that Republicans like Senator Portman are willing to stand with Trump and his divisive ideas when it leads to a payoff for their campaigns. It is absolutely hypocritical for Republicans to denounce Donald Trump while accepting campaign contributions raised in his name! If Rob Portman truly represents the values of Ohio, he will demand that the National Republican Senatorial Committee stop using Donald Trump’s racism as a fundraising tool and refuse any donations made in his name. Please join with me in demanding that Ohio Senator Rob Portman reject all funds raised by Trump’s racism and bigotry!

Donald Trump is a racist and a bigot, but the political committee that works to elect Republicans to the Senate has been using Trump’s inflammatory language to attract small-dollar donors since May. Recently, Republicans distanced themselves from Trump’s outrageous and racist comments but that hasn’t kept them from using Trump’s brand for fundraising. In a recent email, a Republican committee encouraged supporters to "claim" the "perfect gift" — a Trump koozie for $12 — "just in time for the holidays!" They're also selling bumper stickers that read "I'm with Trump," further proof of how Republicans are willing to embrace Trump’s policies to raise money Ultimately, the money raised by these committees will fuel the campaign of the Republican candidate looking to fill Marco Rubio’s vacant Senate seat. It is absolutely hypocritical for Republicans to denounce Donald Trump while accepting campaign contributions raised in his name! Any Republican who is serious about representing the state of Florida in the Senate, should demand that the National Republican Senatorial Committee stop using Donald Trump’s racism as a fundraising tool and refuse any donations made because of his racist comments. Please join with us in demanding that Florida Republicans off Trump’s racism and bigotry!

Mayor Emanuel lacks the integrity to be open and honest, as well as distribute resources to assist the communities that supported his reelection.

When Donald Trump says he wants to ban all Muslims from entering the United States, he is using prejudice and hatred to build support. This is not who we are; these are not American values. Donald Trump and the Republicans who echo his message are playing into the strategy of ISIS, who wants to paint their atrocities as a war between the West and Islam. It's time for Republican leaders to do the right thing: Reject a Trump presidency, without caveats or reservations. 

This kind of hate speech has no place in a race for President of the United States. And nobody who spews it is fit to represent America as our head of state. 

 America needs a president that will embrace citizens of every religion and unite our country together against terrorism. Let’s stand up to divisiveness and discrimination together. Sign the petition: Stand up to dangerous, hate speech and bigotry -- and tell Republican leaders to reject Donald Trump.

We know that efforts to alter voting laws are nothing more than a political attempt at manipulating the rules to maintain control and continue stacking the deck in favor of wealthy special interests and against ordinary Michiganders.