The ballroom is just another in a long line of Trump’s attempts to continue his authoritarian power grabs in D.C., like his plans to build the so-called "Arc de Trump" along the Potomac River. And his proposal to pay for them with private donations from his supporters raises serious ethical concerns.  While gas prices are soaring and working families are struggling to pay for medical costs, groceries, and rent, Trump and his cronies are focused on king-making.  We don’t need a 90,000-square-foot ballroom at the White House—we need Congress focused on improving the lives of working families. Add your name now!

I am sure y’all are all too familiar with the fact that working at bars or restaurants is already incredibly abusive and invasive. From regulars who don’t respect your boundaries, employers who don’t care if you have boundaries, to much more sinister acts like being harassed and stalked (and even worse) for the mere act of showing up and doing your job. Meta Glasses add a whole new dimension to this invasion of our workspaces and our privacy. Where people can record your every move, record public bathrooms, private conversations, all of this without having to disclose if they are recording or not. I think these glasses should be banned from all bars and restaurants in NYC for the safety of all service employees. Please do something about this creeping technology and help us protect our city.

Eight Disney-owned ABC affiliates will have to prove to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr that they have been operating in the public interest. They have 30 days to file their licenses—with May 28 the deadline. Disney has responded that they will comply with the request, noting that they are confident that they have acted in accordance with “the Communications Act and the First Amendment.” It is an egregious display of overreach for the FCC to review ABC station licenses because they are not cowering to Trump’s demands. Our government should not be in the business of telling the American people what to think, what to laugh at, what to say, and what to criticize. But that’s exactly what they are doing.  This is a continuation of the FCC’s threats against ABC and Disney last year after Kimmel came under similar fire from Trump following his on-air criticism of Republicans and MAGA figures exploiting Charlie Kirk’s murder.  Back in September, Chairman of the FCC Brendan Carr warned he had a strong case for taking action against Kimmel and insinuated that Disney’s license was on the line. Public outrage pressured ABC and Disney to reinstate Kimmel’s show—and now the FCC is punishing them.  Together we can demonstrate that the American people OPPOSE government-sanctioned censorship, and that we’re ready to defend our First Amendment rights. Add your name to the petition now!

THE HIDDEN RISKS OF HB5511 (The “Safety Paradox”) Lawmakers are presenting HB5511 as a way to protect children from the harmful parts of the internet. But by moving age verification into your phone’s software and app stores, this bill creates a dangerous paradox: The “safety” system itself may put your family at risk. 1. Why this is a major change for your family Right now, you access the internet directly. Under HB5511, your phone or computer becomes a digital checkpoint. Companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft become the gatekeepers. Access to apps and some websites would increasingly depend on your device confirming your age. If the system fails, or if a website can’t support it, access may be restricted or blocked. 2. Your identity becomes a target This system depends on tying age verification to your device or account. That could involve sharing sensitive information such as government ID, financial data, or other personal details. That creates new risks: ● Identity Theft Concentrating sensitive data across large platforms increases the potential impact of breaches and leaks. ● Sophisticated Scams As identity checks become more common, it becomes easier for criminals to imitate them and trick people into handing over personal information. 3. How this could put children at risk This system is meant to protect children, but it may also expose them to new risks. ● More data about children Children may need accounts tied to their age, creating larger digital footprints earlier in life. ● Connected systems When devices, accounts, and users are linked, it creates the potential to connect activity across home devices, school-issued laptops, and shared computers. ● Not fully effective At the same time, experience shows that age checks are often bypassed—meaning more data is collected without fully solving the problem. 4. The shift away from an open internet The internet today is open by default. Under this model, access increasingly depends on verification through corporate-controlled systems. That is a fundamental shift. From open access → to permission-based access. And once built into devices and law, it becomes very difficult to reverse. ⚠️ URGENCY: WHY THIS MATTERS NOW Current Status: HB5511 has passed the Illinois House and is now moving to the Illinois Senate for consideration. This is the moment when changes can still be made. Once systems like this are written into law and built into technology, they are extremely difficult to undo. If the device-level requirements are not addressed now, they may become permanent.

Since its sudden removal, a lot of players (including myself) have felt that something is missing, and while new updates are fully appreciated, they don’t fully capture the same charm that Campus 4.2 offered. 

Many CSRS retirees leave Virginia because other states do not discriminate against CSRS employees. Why does Virginia discriminate against us?  Please consider changing this tax code, allowing CSRS retirees to enjoy the same benefits that every other retiree in Virginia is afforded.

Rock River is home to a multitude of wildlife such as bald eagles, pelicans, mallards, geese, swans, hawks, and even Sandhill Cranes. These species are imperative to the health and balance of Rock River. Not only does this river provide a home and food for these animals, it also provides respite, relaxations and recreational activities for Beloit and Janesville families. As these two communities already have a hard time attracting tourists, it is the Rock River that keeps our tourism alive and thriving during the summer months. The Rock River is more important to Rock County revenue than any data center that will only employ maybe 600 people will ever be. There are various businesses in both communities that border and rely on the Rock River to draw in customers who are admiring its untamable beauty. My husband and I hosted our wedding ceremony and reception at Preservation Park which is directly apart of the Rock River water way. By doing so we provided revenue to the Town of Beloit by purchasing a permit for the event. We also provided revenue to local businesses for their services during the wedding event. The Rock River was the main reason and attraction as to why we wanted our wedding at Preservation Park. Let’s adhere to the name of this park and preserve the health and wellbeing of the Rock River. 

Today, Wyoming attorney George Powers, filed a request for investigation and complaint against Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray for releasing confidential voting records to the DOJ. Wyoming state law protects voter information and the US Constitution guarantees to the states the right to manage elections and voting how they see fit.  I encourage everyone to read this complaint. It is well crafted, supported by established legal precedent, and upheld by state statute.  We know very well that if we are to maintain our rights, we must stand up for them at every turn. While we can claim that they are "God-given," it is clear from centuries of experience that humans will attempt to subvert them in search of their own power.  If we lose our right to vote, if they regularly purge voter data every 30 days as the Trump administration has indicated the intent to do, if we lose our voice in this representative government, we lose generations of effort in the fight for equality and freedom. We, the voters of Wyoming, demand accountability for this breach of trust. Chuck Gray should be investigated, and if appropriate charged and removed from office.

  We, the undersigned, respectfully urge the State of Florida to formally recognize 911 Public Safety Telecommunicators as First Responders under Florida law.  911 Telecommunicators are the first point of contact in emergencies. They provide life-saving instructions, coordinate critical resources, and support law enforcement, fire, and EMS personnel during some of the most traumatic and high-risk situations imaginable. While they may not be physically present on scene, they are mentally and emotionally present in every crisis, often experiencing the same traumatic events through real-time audio.  Despite this, 911 Telecommunicators are currently classified as clerical personnel and are not afforded the same recognition or protections as other first responders. 

AI systems are already shaping how youth think, feel, and cope. Without regulation, they can contribute to anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, and harmful advice. Leading health organizations warn that AI can negatively influence adolescent wellbeing without proper oversight, and research highlights the rapid rise in youth reliance on these tools. The Legislature acknowledges that algorithmic systems and (AI)-powered platforms  are increasingly influencing young people's online experiences, which can have a harmful effect on their mental health by contributing to anxiety and depression, which can result in addictive behaviors and suicidal thoughts. In order to prevent technology developments from jeopardizing the growth and safety of California's youth, this bill aims to strike a balance between these systems' ability and accountability. By addressing the increasing influence AI and digital technologies have on young people's mental health development, lawmakers seek to pass legislation to safeguard children's and adolescents' safety, wellbeing, and mental health in California. Add your name to the petition NOW!  References 1.  https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1181/id/3367420 2. https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB1181#99INT 3. https://www.apa.org/topics/artificial-intelligence-machine-learning/health-advisory-ai-adolescent-well-being  4. https://www.apa.org/topics/artificial-intelligence-machine-learning/health-advisory-ai-adolescent-well-being  5. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12621494/ (Adolescent Health and Generative AI—Risks and Benefits) 6. Revolutionizing Youth Mental Health with Ethical AI 7. AI and mental health: emerging clinical considerations  8. https://www.michiganmedicine.org/health-lab/more-teens-are-using-ai-what-parents-should-know  9. You, Daniel. “AI and Mental Health: Emerging Clinical Considerations.” Australasian Psychiatry : Bulletin of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists [England], February 2026, p. 10398562261423840, https://doi.org/10.1177/10398562261423840. 10. https://jedfoundation.org/artificial-intelligence-youth-mental-health-pov/ 

• Community Image: A town name should represent pride, not punchlines. • Economic Growth: First impressions matter for tourism, business investment, and branding. • Modern Relevance: Language shifts over time; names should evolve with it. • Local Voice: Residents deserve a say in how their town is represented.

The leadership of Animal Services is not merely a bureaucratic position; it is a role that directly impacts the safety, health, and lives of the most vulnerable animals in our community. This petition is vital because the current climate of unprofessionalism and administrative neglect has compromised the fundamental mission of the department.