Every sport offered at Clay High School has a male and female alternative except for volleyball. In order to have equality boys deserve the right to play volleyball at Clay High School.

Medical debt is a mounting crisis in Virginia. Half of adults in the state report having faced medical debt in the past five years. Of those, nearly 30% had more than $1000 in medical debt. This burden is often the result of unavoidable illnesses-nobody chooses to get cancer or suffer a heart attack. Our state legislature can act now to protect Virginia patients from predatory medical debt by passing this bill. Note that the bill has passed the Virginia State House on Wednesday January 29th, and moves on to the Senate!

Loyalty is a two way street. Hailey has given back to her middle school by offering camp with lunch supplied for free to current middle school players along with volunteering at local camps run by The Dugout as well. She has remained loyal and been a major contributor in fundraising and building the programs she has participated with along with the culture she hopes to leave behind.

Days ago, Trump removed a vital layer of oversight by purging over a dozen Senate-confirmed government watchdogs across Defense, State, Transportation, Labor, Health and Human Services, Veterans Affairs, Housing and Urban Development, Interior, Energy, Commerce, Treasury, and Agriculture, as well as the Environmental Protection Agency, Small Business Administration, and the Social Security Administration. Trump claims, “It’s a very common thing to do.” It isn’t. What it is, is illegal. But don’t ask us. Ask Senators Adam Schiff and Lindsey Graham, who agree that Trump’s Inspector General (IG) purge violates U.S. law. What they don’t agree on is what comes next — and that’s where you come in. A president can’t illegally dismiss officials designed to hold him to account without repercussions. The Inspector General Act, originally passed in 1978 and updated just two years ago, allows a president to remove an IG. To do it, he has to give Congress 30 days' notice before the removal and explain the rationale for each removal. Neither requirement was satisfied when Trump fired as many as 17 IGs late on Friday, January 24, 2025. The consequences of inaction at this moment could last generations. But together, we can demand justice and safeguard our democracy. Because when Congress acts, a president listens: In 2020, Sen. Chuck Grassley held up Trump nominees when he was angry about another dubious Trump firing of IGs. Decades earlier, when President Reagan summarily fired the IGs, congressional outcry got them reinstated. Members of Congress have a fundamental and legal duty to make sure that Trump follows the law — and the kind of leverage to get these expert civil servants reinstated. People’s lives and safety are on the line and lawmakers must act immediately. 

Human rights are the cornerstone of a just and equitable society. They ensure that every individual, irrespective of their background, is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. Yet, countless communities still face systemic discrimination, exclusion, and violence. It is our collective responsibility to stand up for these rights and demand action from our leaders. Immigrant rights are human rights. Immigrants contribute immensely to the fabric of our nation, yet they often face unjust policies, separation from their families, and lack of access to basic resources. We must advocate for comprehensive reforms that prioritize compassion and fairness. Transgender troops, who serve courageously to defend our nation, deserve the same respect and protections as every other service member. Their dedication and bravery should never be undermined by discriminatory policies or prejudice. Standing up for their rights is not just about inclusion—it’s about honoring their invaluable contributions. By uniting our voices, we can urge the US Congress to enact meaningful policies that uphold the principles of peace and equality for all. Let’s champion the rights of every human being, regardless of their nationality, identity, or role in society. Together, we can create a world where everyone is treated with the dignity they deserve.

The directive, issued by the White House Office of Management and Budget, impacts tens of billions of dollars in funding.  Children and families across the country could suffer from abrupt cuts to school breakfast programs, food benefits, child care block grants, and housing vouchers.  Not to mention how it could impact funding for public education, roads, and transportation. Health care programs and programs like Medicaid, cancer research, and suicide hotlines.  The people who provide these services and the people who rely on them are having their entire livelihoods thrown into limbo. Even temporary pauses to these critical programs could have long standing and lasting effects for everyday people.  Trump and his wealthy friends won’t be impacted by disruptions to federal aid. But the rest of us and our communities will.  These federal grants and assistance programs are meant to support us. They're the outcome of the tax dollars at work. Trump and Republicans shouldn't be able to make substantial cuts that would put our communities, jobs, and health at risk. Add your name to the petition to fight back. NO MORE CUTS FOR OUR COMMUNITIES!

We need to stop the glorification of such a serious situation. These are people’s lives that are being impacted, not TV fodder.  Please show some compassion for those who are victims of this cruel process and stop the glorification of the situation. 

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House Joint Memorial 1 passed the House today. Next step: Senate. After that? It goes to the Supreme Court. The SCOTUS still gets to decide whether or not they'll even look at it; however, we know from past decisions that the justices are looking for any chance to look at Obergefell v. Hodges.  Gone are the days to just sit back and let these things play out. You also cannot tell me I'm overreacting or that this will never happen. Instead, please stand in support by flooding the senators with emails. I will put their info in the comments. You can write to them while also not being a resident of the state. Please just tell them to oppose this memorial.  Friends and family, this is very important to me and to people I care deeply about. Even if you don't support gay marriage, you should be angry that the House and Senate are wasting money ($70K per day per session) entertaining bills and memorials that do not serve Idahoans best interests.

Lives are on the line, and we’re deeply concerned about Trump’s decision to nominate Mike Huckabee as the next U.S. Ambassador to Israel. As Ambassador, Mike Huckabee is likely to be an enthusiastic partner to Israeli PM Netanyahu, no matter the cost. His appointment would escalate division and sow further conflict in communities that have already borne incalculable levels of suffering and death. Huckabee is an outspoken supporter of Israeli settlements and holds the same views of far-right Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and former National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir that Israel has a ‘biblical right to the entire West Bank’ — a territory he chooses to refer to as ‘Judea and Samaria’. What’s more, he’s also on record as saying ‘there’s really no such thing as a Palestinian’. No matter how the situation on the ground in Gaza evolves, we know that more bombs and bullets will not save lives or bring peace to people across Israel, Palestine, and beyond. We are eager to see the January ceasefire in Gaza hold and more hostages returned.  One thing remains clear: The U.S. government will continue to play a key role in whatever happens next.  The potential for renewed violence and suffering across the Middle East remains terrifyingly high, and the U.S. government should take every step possible to avoid it. That’s why we need every Senator to hear from activists like you, who are dedicated to building a lasting peace for Palestinians and Israelis alike, that Mike Huckabee is not fit for the job.

Since Donald Trump’s rise to political power, the U.S. has seen an increase in far-right, extremist, neo-Nazi, and white supremacist movements. In fact, 2023 was the second record-breaking year in a row for reports of white supremacist incidents, and hundreds of neo-Nazi marches and rallies have cropped up across the country.  But instead of rebuking these hate groups, Elon Musk is emboldening them by refusing to denounce any association caused—intentionally or unintentionally—by his salute, and instead posting Holocaust jokes online.  Independent media outlets should not cower at the prospect of far-right backlash or punish everyday citizens who privately speak out against hate. And nearly 90% of readers who took a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel poll agree.  Add your name to demand that CBS 58 reverse their decision to part ways with meteorologist Sam Kuffel!

This petition matters because diversity and inclusion aren’t just nice ideas—they’re about real people’s lives and opportunities. When big companies like Target back away from supporting underrepresented communities, they close doors for talented employees, small business owners, and customers who deserve a fair chance. By standing together, we can remind Target that their commitment to diversity isn’t just good business—it’s about doing what’s right. We also invite the public—employees, customers, business partners, and community members—to share their stories about how Target's DEI programs have impacted them. These personal narratives will demonstrate how diversity and inclusion initiatives create tangible, meaningful change in people’s lives—from career opportunities to community support. Stories will be carefully curated to protect individual privacy while highlighting the broader impact. We’ll select narratives illustrating how Target’s DEI initiatives have created opportunities, fostered belonging, and driven positive change across different communities and professional environments.