Caltrans has begun removing the trees along the 101 right of way, down Kansas St., and it has increased the noise significantly. The trees are the only protection this side of Potrero Hill has from the freeway sites/sounds/dirt/grime/etc. Caltrans should stop removing trees and replace the ones we've lost with some sort of sound/sight barrier.

"The Arctic is an amazing place, home to whales, polar bears, and other amazing creatures. Climate change is affecting all of us, but the Arctic region will feel the effects first, and is the canary of our planet. We need to act now to protect it for future generations."

Because depriving someone of the means of getting TOILET PAPER, and then punishing them for trying to do a little honest work WHILE DISABLED and then HONESTLY REPORTING IT by putting them through bureaucratic hell and then creating an imminent threat to their housing arrangements is JUST WRONG!

I was diagnosed with Myelofibrosis one year ago and have been receiving treatment at MDAnderson, where I am participating in a research study . This is a rare blood disorder and the only cure is a stem cell transplant. When I was denied insurance coverage by Medicare, I realized that they factor in your age, and "old people" are going to die anyway, so why allow treatment when this individual already lived their life. Sorry but I'm 66 years old, and I have a lot of life left in me. If I need the transplant, I want the transplant. I am doing my part participating in this research study and I should at least be given the option of a life saving treatment.

Most seniors living in nursing homes are usually in a fragile condition. Families are relying on those facilities to provide the best care for their loved ones as possible. In most of those facilities, there is not a RN on duty all of the time. Some only have a RN on duty during the day. These residents need specialized care but are left to rely on a Certified Nursing Assistant, who have limited training. If a CNA is going to be left to care for these patients, they need to have more critical care training, and be required to take a test to determine if that type of work is a good fit for them. There needs to be at least 1 RN, preferably 2, on duty in nursing homes and critical care facilities 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Government Lacks revenue for infrastructure, and paying its Bills. Tax the rich like FDR did to bring us out of the Great Depression.

OBESITY is destroying  this country - physically, mentally, emotionally and financially.  * The CDC Center for Disease Control and Prevention says 80% of American Adults do not get the recommended requirement for daily exercise. * America spends around $74 billion dollars each year on physical inactivity related medical costs. Roughly 1/3 of this costs fall directly on the US Taxpayer since 1 in 3 Americans is covered by a tax-payer funds program. *Across the board; experts, doctors, medical leaders, public officials agree that people who maintain active healthy lifestyles dramatically reduce their risk of contracting diseases, and a physically fit population results in a decrease in healthcare costs and improved worker productivity.  *BULLYING and Obesity. Our youth are more obese than ever before. Obesity also makes them more of a primary target for bullying. Physical Education was once a primary focus. Our system is failing our most precious asset, our youth.  Utilizing professional trainers to help improve the health, fitness and wellness of America. addressing the issues of obesity and bullying. With very limited resources, cut backs in Phys Ed classes, fitness, and nutrition education. Professional trainers are more than willing to provide their knowledge, skills, education, and passion which will impact schools, communities, businesses and organizations. Utilizing a variety of platforms including marketing and promotional campaigns, special events, internet, social media, radio and television. Trainers are Life Transformers, Game Changers, Transformation Specialists. Great trainers, coaches and instructors have that dynamic ability to make a complete life transformation. Whether your goal is to lose 10, 20, 50 or more pounds, become a stand out athlete, a professional sports star, or have the dream of an Olympic Gold Medal. Great trainers make it happen. They assess, and evaluate. They are sincere, and passionate; understanding your lifestyle, goals and dreams. They build the will, instill inner strength for you to dig deeper and discover the personal greatness that lies within us all. If you want to help solve the healthcare crisis in America, do your part, be accountable. Take care of yourself, and your family, lead by example. Speak to a trainer. They will provide you the roadmap, the plan of action. They truly ”make a difference”   Inspiring stories   * An obese woman losing 140 pounds. * A senior suffering from neglect, not having the strength to walk,  reenergizes finding a new life and walking again. *An addict transformed given a second chance. Living the lifestyle of health and fitness. *A child with a dream to play ball and finally making the team. *A physically, mentally and emotionally abused on the verge of suicide transforms her life. *A teenager overcoming obesity and bullying, suffering severe depression becomes a superstar high school athlete. *A high school athlete increasing strength, size, speed and power to achieve his dream of a full athletic college scholarship.   These passionate, driven and dynamic trainers all share one thing in common - to bring out the absolute very best in their clients, and making a difference in lives across America.

The Niger Delta is a truly special place, but it is under threat from rising temperatures, oil pollution, and industrial fishing. We ask that you use your status as a leader to endorse the International Declaration on the Future of the Niger Delta. This charter demands action on Indigenous Peoples’ rights, climate change, oil pollution, and unsustainable fishing. Please sign on today.

The Arctic is an amazing place, home to whales, polar bears, and other amazing creatures. We need to act now to protect it for future generations.

Many companies think it's okay to attack our world's nature preserves, and we all have to work together to show them that it's not! Many animals are dying or becoming extinct because of the horror that's happening in the Arctic. If you look at what some gas companies are doing, you'll see it's all because of money and resources. They're willing to kill life to get what they need to make their company more successful. But what's more important, the life of these animals and the value of the Arctic or which company has the best oil?

I am starting this petition because it is unfair to people who are convicted of a felony and that have changed their life for the better, have gotten a college education, and are discriminated against with employers! We deserve a second chance to become successful too! And people wonder why felons revert back to their old illegal ways! Because no one is willing to give us a chance! One mistake and we're given a life sentence! No good jobs, no housing! Considered the black sheep of America! Its not right! How are we supposed to get our lives back on track? Employment discrimination against us needs to stop!!!! Unless it's murder, rape, child molestatation or something to that effect, it shouldn't have to be disclosed! You could even make it where after a certain number of years, it doesn't have to be disclosed ! We need fair treatment!!!

The Colony of Columbia has a nonvoting member in the House and no representation in the Senate. We (theoretically) elect a mayor and District Council member, but our own tax dollars are controlled by Congress even though we don't have a vote. Over the years, votes on many progressive issues (gun control, medical marijuana, and even the placement of a firehouse) have been overturned by Congress despite the wishes of the local citizenry. If they won't give us home rule and a vote in Congress, we should not be paying for Congress to decide how to use.