A new documentary, (T)ERROR, raises critical concerns about the FBI's informant program. Congress needs to immediately review the FBI's policies and procedures. As an independent filmmaker and an activist fighting for justice for all people, we are appalled by the FBI's use of paid informants to entrap Muslims in imaginary terrorist plots where all the means, motives, and materials are provided by the government. These tactics create the illusion of safety rather than true security. And they have chilling impacts on our communities—pushing Muslims to shed their religious identity and shy away from civic engagement, and disrupting trust and relationships in social networks. The government is expanding use of these tactics to target and monitor environmentalists, anti-war activists, and the Black Lives Matter movement. This surveillance has terrifying implications, and endangers one of America's most valuable national resources--the free voice of the people. We're calling on Congress to do the following: - Create Accountability and Transparency - Review Sentencing and Prison Conditions - Reform Biased Policies At a time when anti-Muslim violence has tripled, we must investigate the ways in which our policies have contributed to this environment, and how they continue to endanger the lives of millions of Muslims in America. These steps are necessary, and are needed now.

#HB757 is a shameful piece of legislation that distorts the First Amendment of the United States Constitution to protect and cultivate organized hatred and private bigotry, creating an economic safe space for those wishing to promote hatred and intolerance. As it stands, the State of Georgia should not be rewarded by the residency of AMC's "The Walking Dead" nor should those connected with the show be associated with this kind of backwards ideology.

I would like to make sure the Democratic party listens to the voters about which candidate they want their delegates to choose.

If America is a democracy than the people will vote their conscience and pick the next president of the United States. Feel free to endorse anyone you want to. But when it comes down to it, you need to vote for the candidate with the most pledged delegates. This will ensure your place as a leader and friend to the people in the democratic party.

I plead that you, as a superdelegate, allow the caucus and primary processes to select the Democratic presidential nominee. As an educator, I taught my students about the election process. I emphasized the power of voting: that elections are the process that allows citizens of the United States to choose the officials who will best represent their needs and desires. I taught my students that every vote counts. I want them to continue to believe in the power of elections and to continue to participate as citizens of the U.S. I don't want them to become disenfranchised and stop voting like so many. Please allow the caucus and primary processes to choose the presidential nominee by supporting the candidate who gets the most pledged delegate votes at the Democratic National Convention.

In 2014, Durham’s School Board demonstrated its commitment to its students and educators in suing the state over the elimination of career status for educators, which promised due process rights. In 2015, the board approved a measure returning due process rights to district educators who are in their third or later years of teaching. However, a growing number of teachers and district staff members are concerned about their freedom of speech as they work to serve their students and colleagues. As statewide litigation regarding due process rights and career status for educators continues, we thank the board for their unwavering support but also ask them to uphold due process rights specifically as they pertain to freedom of speech for all educators -- inside and outside of the classroom -- and classified staff. We feel that all educators and district employees should be empowered to speak freely within their constitutional rights without fear of retribution. We contend that individuals do not forfeit the right to speak on matters of public importance when they accept a position within a public school district, and thus should not face reprimand or intimidation solely for statements on matters of public importance, unless it can be shown beyond doubt that the employee’s speech created an adverse effect on school operation. Our schools will be stronger if the people who work in them--whether certified or classified--see that their perspectives and experiences are valued. Therefore, we request that the Durham Board of Education pass a resolution guaranteeing freedom of speech to all district employees.

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Government should be FOR the people and BY the people - that's what democracy means!

Senator Leahy, you said even if Bernie Sanders wins the Vermont Primary, you will give your Super Delegate vote to Hillary. However, on March 1st, if the majority of Vermonters vote for Bernie Sanders, it is your responsibility to give the Super Delegate vote to Bernie Sanders. Your constituents are your first and foremost priority. This petition is not about Democrats or Republicans. This is about a promise an elected official made to represent the voters. Your constituents have entrusted you with a responsibility to speak for us. On March 1st, if the majority of Vermonters vote for Bernie Sanders, and you choose to override our vote, is it no wonder that people feel their votes do not count? Could this be a reason why people choose not to vote? "We The People" have pledged that if you do not give your Super Delegate vote to the winner of the primary, then come the general election in November of 2016, "We The People" pledge that we will not give you our vote.

It is important that the people have a vote and our choice for President is proportionally represented!

It's become clear that the establishment has no interest in allowing an "outsider" to have a fair chance at the nomination. Superdelegates should commit to vote for the candidate who receives the popular vote, regardless of who that is. And they should publicly announce their intention to do that prior to casting their ballot in Philadelphia.

The democratic and republican parties, as non-governmental organizations, make their own rules regarding exactly how their delegates / superdelegates are distributed, and the extent of the power that each delegate truly has. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Chairperson of the Democratic National Committee, had this to say regarding the disproportionate power of the Democratic superdelegates: "Un pledge