Traffic problems are ignored. Traffic solutions are delayed. Congestion is impassible! Schools are not properly funded. Jobs are replaced by high-density luxury housing. Water supplies are limited and increasingly costly. Endangered species are extinct here. Autism and asthma have doubled in 20 years. Lower income neighborhoods are scheduled for “redevelopment” as luxury housing. 83% of subsidized housing in unincorporated Marin County is slated for 94903. Subsidized housing is relegated to freeway and heavy diesel freight train routes. Light, views, and privacy are impacted. Politicians are violating Housing Element and General Plan provisions without explanation.

The United States Republican controlled House of Representatives pushed really hard a few months ago to force Keystone Pipeline approval. Had that pipeline been approved it would have been considered an 'act of war' against the Rosebud and Oglala Sioux tribes and a violation of Tribal Sovereignty and Treaties of 1861 and 1868. Republicans were so eager to receive their Christmas bonus from wealthy backers of Keystone they willingly accepted War. President Obama, in an act of great courage vetoed the entire thing. Governor Dayton you are now faced with violation of Tribal Sovereignty and violation of the Treaties of 1837,1855 and 1867 if you accept these proposals. Minnesota will be declaring War on a Sovereign Nation and will also be in violation of the 2007 UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples that was adopted by the General Assembly. And Minnesota has no legal authority to Declare War or Commit an Act of War against a Sovereign Nation. Minnesota Republicans have no issue with Declaring War on the Ojibwa so they can receive their Christmas bonus from the Wealthy Backers of both Polymet and Sandpiper. Gaawin Geyaabi: No More! Sandpiper pipeline and the Polymet proposal share many evils in common. Building of a pipeline through White Earth’s wild rice stands could have severe effects on tribal members’ ability to harvest — a right guaranteed under the 1837 treaty and upheld by the Supreme Court. The thing about treaties is that they’re the “supreme law of the land.” At least that’s what Article VI of the Constitution says, and without compensation for those rights, White Earth says, the Sandpiper is violating the treaty. Polymet' sulfide mining has never been done in Minnesota. While iron mines have significant environmental challenges of their own, the sulfuric acid that is produced with sulfide mining makes it particularly difficult to avoid polluting nearby lakes, streams and ground water. And Rice Beds. The sulfide mining industry also has a long track record of financial irresponsibility. Many companies go bankrupt or fail to provide enough “financial assurance” – a damage deposit up front – to cover the costs of dealing with pollution. This has left some states and their taxpayers with hundreds of millions of dollars in liability. Governor Dayton, do not go down in disgrace in Minnesota history as Minnesota’s previous Governor Ramsey's administration did. Former Governor Ramsey called for the “Extermination or Removal” of the Dakota People. From an order issued by the state's Adjutant General, Oscar Malmros, on July 4, 1863, calling for a $200.00 bounty per head on all Dakota People. The Tribe fled Keoxa; Homeland; and the Winona Area. This had been their home for up to 12,000 years. They swore never to return until this Bounty was dropped. A few did not make it across the Minnesota border. In State vs Gut, Mr. Gut murdered an innocent Native. He was tried for murder and appealed his conviction to the Minnesota Supreme Court. In 1868 the Minnesota Supreme Court rejected his appeal and declared the $200.00 bounty as Unconstitutional. He further appealed in 1870 to the U.S. Supreme Court, which also rejected his appeal and affirmed the Minnesota Supreme Court decision declaring as Unconstitutional, the bounty on the Dakota. Minnesota neglected to inform the Dakota that the bounty was dropped. To this very day they believe this bounty exists. It has been gone for 153 years! Governor Dayton, do not go down in history as the Minnesota Governor who engaged in an Illegal War against Native Americans.

Children should be free to learn in public schools without being shot. Teachers should be free to teach without having to put themselves between a bullet and their pupils. Women should be safe while seeking healthcare at Planned Parenthood or any other facility without fear of extremist retaliation. Families should be able to gather in public, safely attend a movie or CONCERT without fear of being gunned down. Let Freedom Ring, Not Bullets.

Fox news instigated domestic terror.

I am a teacher of 30 years, who has seen the effects of staying up late and eating too much candy the night before. Many students come to school either wired on sugar or sometimes even absent due to staying up late on Halloween. Also, many working parents have difficulty getting home from work in time to get their children ready for the Trick or Treating hours.

The largest civil settlement with a single entity in American history that happened August 2014 outlined mortgage forgiveness be given to those hurt by Bank of America. According to the Dept. of Justice settlement, Bank of America will be given $2.00 in credit for every $1.00 forgiven in tax relief. Passing H.R.1002 will demonstrate that the U.S. Government serves the interests of the American people and not just the interests of the banks!

As Democrats, we live our values.

This isn't your typical petition with the option to add a message. This is all about the message, your message to President Obama. I'll be heading to Paris for COP 21 in a few days. I'd like to take with me your messages to President Obama on fracking and climate change. I can't promise that I'll be able to use them all in actions while I'm there, but I'll do my best and will definitely make sure that they are delivered electronically to him and to PA Governor Wolf.

This isn't your typical petition with the option to add a message. This is all about the message, your message to President Obama. I'll be heading to Paris for COP 21 in a few days. I'd like to take with me your messages to President Obama on fracking and climate change. I can't promise that I'll be able to use them all in actions while I'm there, but I'll do my best and will definitely make sure that they are delivered electronically to him and to PA Governor Wolf.

Robert Dear Jr. killed three innocent people and injured nine while yelling "no more baby parts". Clearly he was influenced by lies about Planned Parenthood, which suggested falsely that they sell baby body parts illegally for profit. This accusation was spread by Americans United for Life and Rep. Jason Chaffetz. They should be held responsible for their lies which incited the violence in Colorado Springs.

Limit animal-agribusiness, the leading cause of climate-change.

How Do We Fix Federal Prison Reform? #RepealCCCAAct1984 The CCCA Act of 1984 took away the chance for Parole. Before, if a Citizen got in trouble and ended up in jail, he would serve a portion of his sentence and if he reformed his ways, he could be released early and allowed a second chance to do good. He could reunite with his family and try his hardest at achieving the American dream. Trust me, private prison are not here to reform anyone. They are here to make money and retain slave labor. Regulations that take away the chance of parole should be deemed as cruel and unusual punishment. Please help the children of nonviolent offenders, to have the opportunity, to know their parents and loved ones. Stop the occurrence of generational imprisonment. #2. How Did This Happen? [During Ronald reagan's reign as president, the government passed a law called CCCA Act. (Getting tough on crime and the war on drugs) Implemented: November 1, 1987 to the present. ] CCCA ACT of 1984: This applies to inmates sentenced for an offense committed after November 1, 1987, when the Comprehensive Crime Control Act (CCCA) became law. The two most significant changes in the statutes deal with good time and parole issues. There are no provisions under the new law for parole. Good time available is 54 days per calendar year, and may be awarded in part or in whole, contingent upon behavior during the year. Once awarded, it is vested and may not be forfeited for SRA and VCCLEA sentences. PLRA sentences do not vest GCT until the actual day of release. There is no statutory good time or extra good time for people sentenced for crimes committed after November 1, 1987 #3. What Can We Do? [Prior To The CCCA Act: from 1910-October 31, 1987 these were the guidelines that were humane and focused on reformation instead of punishment.] #4. Reinstate The Following: Parole: Parole is release from incarceration under conditions established by the U.S. Parole Commission. Parole is not a pardon or an act of clemency. A parolee remains under the supervision of a U.S. Probation Officer until the expiration of his full term. Good Time: "Good Time" awarded by the Bureau of Prisons under statutes enacted prior to November 1, 1987, has the effect of reducing the stated term of the sentence; that is, it advances the date when release will be mandatory if the offender is not paroled at an earlier date. The Parole Commission, in setting a parole date, may also consider the behavior for which good time is awarded. Statutory Good Time: Under 18 U.SC. 4161, an offender sentenced to a definite term of six months or more is entitled to a deduction his term, computed as follows, if the offender has faithfully observed the rules of the institution. 6 months to 1 year - 5 days per month More than 1 year, less than 3 years - 6 days per month At least 3 years, less than 5 years - 7 days per month At least 5 years, less than 10 years - 8 days per month 10 years or more - 10 days per month #5. Repeal The CCCA Act: 1984 (Re-instate Reformation Not Punishment.) Call your U.S. Congressman Call your U.S. Senators Demand reinstating parole, good time and statutory good time. Print fliers, educate your friends, stage a rally in front of the Federal courthouse, send out media releases, visit your congressman and senators officers and drop off the flyers, e-mail, snail mail. Start a petition in your state, that includes all 50 states.Tweet/#RepealCCCAAct1984