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Save ABC's ForeverIn a landscape of reality TV & recycled dramas, "Forever" stands above the field as an engaging, thoughtful and creative show that builds upon a unique concept: A medical/police procedural with a fantasy/Sci-fi twist. Dr. Henry Morgan can't die and he uses his knowledge gained over the last 200 plus years to solve crimes in New York. We, the loyal viewers, think this kind of high concept and certainly high-quality television is missing from network television. We are asking the ABC powers that be to reconsider this decision and commit to bringing "Forever" back for a sophomore season.441 of 500 SignaturesCreated by Save Forever
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72 Caton Place: Petition for Environmental Impact AssessmentWe are deeply concerned about possible developments and zoning changes at 72 Caton Place. We are a small neighborhood surrounded by 4 major traffic arteries critical to the area, and we are at risk to head into a level of density unparalleled in our part of Brooklyn. We are trying to preserve a singular cultural institution (Kensington Stables) and welcome a vitally important new school with safe streets and traffic areas. We have yet to tackle the built-in challenges: an inadequate sewage system, narrow streets, and a large influx of new residents in 22 Caton and The Kestrel. This is a critical moment where we have an opportunity to preserve a neighborhood. Kensington Stables: This Brooklyn institution, which represents the diversity of culture and architecture in our neighborhood, could be disastrously impacted by increased traffic on Caton Place — particularly on the block between Coney Island Avenue and East 8th Street. Riders will have no safe area to mount the horses, no place for pony rides and dangerously difficult access to the bridal paths. Infrastructure: East 8th Street, an essential thru street in the neighborhood, is currently virtually impassable to 2 way traffic. We also question whether the existing sewer system is adequate for the increasing population. Rapid Density Ramp: PS437, 22 Caton Place and the Kestrel have not yet even been factored into the local equation. They represent massive changes to this neighborhood. Cars are already double-parked on busy Coney Island Avenue weekday mornings and afternoons outside the International Baptist Church, and on Coney Island Avenue for Brooklyn College Academy High School. On the weekends, cars are parked on sidewalks on Caton Place while volunteers manage traffic into and out of church parking lots. Meanwhile AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization) families circle the block looking for parking for the games at the parade grounds. This is all before the PS 437 opens, and 22 Caton and the Kestrel become fully occupied.256 of 300 SignaturesCreated by Friends of Caton Place
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Audit the Pentagon: Hold them accountable!The Department of Defense recently asked for $585 billion for its operations around the world, roughly half of our "discretionary budget" (the annual budget paid for with our federal income tax dollars, as opposed to appropriations mandated by previous law like Social Security, which we pay for through payroll taxes.) But the Department of Defense has never – not once – passed an audit of its activities. That’s a real problem, and we’re going to do something about it. Legislation is currently pending to require an audit of the Pentagon’s activities, so you know exactly what you’re getting for your tax dollars. Join us in calling on Congress to pass the bill!21 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Robert Naiman
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Oregon: Temporary License for undocumented humansWe have all wanted to keep our streets safe and not allow illegal aliens to drive. Unfortunately, this statement is by far inaccurate, since then the number of people driving without insurance has skyrocketed. How is this safe for the public?14 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Marisol Rodriguez
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Remove Pamela Geller's Facebook PageI have written daily to Facebook and they refuse to acknowledge that this type of social media is attracting many disturbed individuals that have nothing more to say than to create a base of hatred. I would like to create a petition that asks powerful social media outlets like Facebook to send a strong message regarding how important it is not to all this kind of hate, anger and racism flourish and to block it permanently.41 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Denise
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Spousal Support ReformI am starting this petition because I will be financially raped for the next sixteen years (when he turns 65) because my ex-husband refuses to provide for himself, improve his education or look for full-time employment. I want to be able to retire early (I've worked full-time since I was 18) or change careers to one making substantially less than I make right now but the law requires me to pay based on what I could be earning. This madness MUST stop.50 of 100 SignaturesCreated by laura
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Petition to stop this Propaganda monstrosity created by the news media for Social Media.We are tired of the local news media outlet companies listed: Twenty-First Century Fox Inc. (FOX) • Time Warner Inc. (TWX) • Time Warner Cable (TWC) • WPP Plc. (WPPGY) • CBS Corporation (CBS) • Viacom Inc. (VIAB) • Comcast Corp (CMGSA) • GE corp • News Corp • Disney as Fox, CBS, MSNBC. These media outlets are sending out negative social media content like race dividing, negative politics, false election and poll reporting, reporter instigating , crime, war and police propaganda on social media. Facebook has a large kid and teenagers audience that are exposed to these derogatory, graphic videos and images that local news media outlets are posting with their stories. This technique is used to make it's viewers desensitized and to think this is normal behavior in the world we live in. This is not normal behavior and we find it offensive. We ask that this monstrosity they are calling news to stop . Your help in stopping media outlets from continuing this kind of reporting is greatly appreciated. Please sign the petition. Thank You.22 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Philly
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Save Caroline!American Girl, don't take history away. Last year, you retired four dolls. 4. Why are you taking Caroline from us, too? Learning about the War of 1812 is not in the Common Core. Trust me, I never heard of the War of 1812 until Caroline came out. And my Caroline is having a tough time with school and stuff, and you are just making her feel so depressed that I'll let her stay "home" from school. Plus, Caroline is my sister Sierra's favorite historical. She'll scream if I tell her! And plus, in early 2013, fresh from Caroline's release, there were 13 historicals. With Maryellen coming and Caroline retiring, they'll be 8 dolls in the BeForever lineup at the end of 2015. And besides, Caroline only was a historical for three years, barely. Also, bring back all the archived dolls if you can and try to not retire any dolls. Pleasant Rowland started your company to teach girls history, not take it away from them!43 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Sydney and Caroline
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Mayor Garcia: Save Our ChickensOur children have been raising chickens. They have raised them from birth, they love them, they care for them and they are fighting to keep their chickens. Please save our chickens.268 of 300 SignaturesCreated by Kirsten Kennedy
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Membership Petition for MeetingWe members of Rockford Area Realtors (RAR), hereby request that our Board of Directors call a membership meeting prior to June 30, 2015 for open discussion and member presentation of the comparative value of available Multiple Listing Service (MLS) providers so member-driven action can be taken prior to the August 2015 deadline for continuation or cancellation of our present vender. Rational: Buyers and Sellers of real estate properties in our market want and are entitled to receive from their RAR Realtors® the most current and accurate information available. A single multiple listing service database, MRED, enhances our service and reduces legal liability, pursuant to the Code of Ethics as established by NAR. We believe RAR has the finest training and enjoys an excellent reputation in the community, which we want to perserve. In maintaining our current MLS Fee Structure the member would enjoy one all inclusive MLS (MRED) and only one single fee for MLS services. In signing this petition the member is requesting a REALTOR membership Meeting to be held as stated above.104 of 200 SignaturesCreated by Jean Crosby
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A Street in Bronzeville named Malachi ThompsonAs an artist in Chicago, I had the opportunity to see how the late Malachi Thompson created venues for musicians, poets and all artistically inclined, to showcase their talents. He had an intergenerational outreach and supplied it with internationally known poets like Amiri Baraka and musicians like Roscoe Mitchell and Wayne Shorter. Malachi created jobs for poets and artists like me and he paid us well. He also supplied opportunities to be featured on his CDs, videos and appearances in Jazz clubs, college campuses and annual Jazz Festivals. Some know that, for years, Thompson battled a rare form of cancer, yet it did not keep him from pursuing his life's purpose and helping many others along the way.60 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Marian Hayes
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Allow Backyard Chickens within Ogden city limitsI believe this ban has more to do with race than anything else. As Ogden continues to grow and attract families that care about local food and sustainability this ban needs to be overturned to allow those of us citizens who wish to own a few hens in our yards to do so. http://indieogdenutah.com/why-no-love-for-chickens-in-ogden/58 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Lindsay Sledge