WV has some of the highest rates for utilities despite being one of the poorest states in the nation. Families are struggling with payments and shut off notices. The programs that help are underfunded and only assist the most destitute among us despite the lower/middle class who are picking up the slack. Utilities are needed to live our daily lives and we are witnessing more and more shut off notices. Utilities should be a human right.  .

Scouting has always been about preparing young people for leadership, service, and responsible citizenship. The Citizenship in Society merit badge and related DEI initiatives were not political add-ons — they were tools to help Scouts develop essential leadership skills. In today’s world, leadership requires the ability to: • Engage respectfully with people from different backgrounds • Recognize and manage bias • Navigate disagreement without hostility • Build trust across differences These are not partisan concepts. They are core citizenship competencies. Removing structured opportunities for Scouts to learn and practice these skills sends the message that navigating diversity is optional rather than essential. It narrows the definition of citizenship at a time when young people need broader preparation, not less. This petition is not about ideology. It is about leadership development. Parents, volunteers, alumni, and community members should care because: • Scouting’s credibility depends on preparing youth for the real world. • Character is strengthened through exposure to different perspectives, not isolation from them. • The Scout Oath and Law call for respect, fairness, and service to others — values that require understanding and inclusion. If Scouting retreats from teaching inclusive citizenship, it risks weakening the very foundation it claims to uphold. Those who believe Scouting should prepare young people to lead in a complex and diverse society have a responsibility to speak clearly and constructively. This is that moment.

Others should join this campaign for change because creating an inclusive and accepting school environment benefits everyone—not just LGBT+ students or those who express themselves differently. When all students feel safe and respected, it leads to better mental health, increased academic achievement, and a stronger sense of community. Discrimination and exclusion harm the entire school culture by fostering fear, division, and missed opportunities for understanding. By standing up for fairness and dignity, supporters can help ensure that schools are places where every child has the opportunity to thrive without fear of bullying or judgment. This campaign is about affirming basic human rights and modeling kindness, empathy, and respect for future generations. Joining together amplifies our voices and demonstrates a united commitment to building a better, more equitable educational environment for all.

In his State of the Union address, Trump threatened Iran and refused to rule out launching strikes in a dangerous push toward a new endless war. Congress must block this reckless march immediately. The stakes are perilous: Even limited strikes could ignite violence that could quickly cross multiple borders, with no clear end. Any U.S. military operation will have untold and deadly consequences for people in Iran, U.S. servicemembers, and millions across the region. That’s why we’re racing to stop any action before it starts. Reps. Khanna and Massie’s bipartisan war powers resolution (WPR) to prohibit the use of force against Iran is expected to get a vote in the House as soon as next week. Sens. Kaine and Paul’s parallel Senate legislation is likely to come up soon as well. With these critical votes happening soon, lawmakers need to hear from constituents like you immediately. It’s pressure from groups like ours and people like you that can get a WPR the support it needs to send Trump an undeniable message: No War.

Recent documents released by the DOJ reveal eight people listed as co-conspirators: Les Wexner, billionaire and former CEO of Victoria’s Secret; Lesley Groff, Epstein’s longtime secretary; the late modeling agent Jean-Luc Brunel; and Ghislaine Maxwell—who was convicted of sex trafficking charges and is serving a 20-year prison sentence. Four other names are still redacted. Epstein’s co-conspirators helped recruit and abuse victims for years while using their power and privilege to avoid consequences. Not charging them is an affront to survivors everywhere, and to everyone demanding the truth about who is complicit in Epstein’s abuse of young women and girls. These co-conspirators are blatantly complicit in Epstein’s crimes, and the DOJ must hold them accountable by bringing charges! Sign the petition.

This is important because Pleasant Valley Cemetery, founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights era, represents more than a burial ground  it represents dignity, resilience, and the right of Black families to honor their loved ones in a space created when segregation still limited access elsewhere. Driving a vehicle across graves is not just physical damage; it is emotional harm to families and a painful reminder of the long history of Black burial sites being neglected and disrespected. Cemeteries are sacred spaces, and when they are violated, it impacts entire communities. Protecting and restoring this cemetery is about accountability, preservation of history, and ensuring our ancestors are treated with the respect they deserve.

Violence erupted in Mexico recently after a Mexican military raid killed a powerful cartel kingpin. As the cartel responded by setting buses, supermarkets, and banks on fire and blocking highways, tourists were stranded and schools were closed. Dozens of people have been killed. The dark truth is that this violence is fueled by a flood of U.S. guns. Weak U.S. gun laws result in an unlicensed market that pumps up to 500,000 U.S.-made guns to cartels each year. One study traced nearly 70% of guns recovered at Mexican crime scenes back to U.S. manufacturers or importers. This deadly ‘iron river’ of guns exacerbates violence and suffering across both borders. It’s time to dam it up. Sen. Dick Durbin and Rep. Joaquin Castro introduced the Stop Arming Cartels Act to curb cartel power and corruption. This bill isn’t just about stopping international crime — it’s about keeping people, on both sides of the border, safe. It deserves bipartisan support, and you can pressure your lawmakers to pass this urgent legislation by sending a message today:

This petition matters because the “Tr*mpstein” Files Transparency Act was meant to finally shine a light on one of the most powerful criminal networks in modern history and to deliver real accountability for the victims of Jeffrey *pstein and his associates. When the Department of Justice withholds or alters records, especially those tied to serious allegations. It undermines the rule of law and weakens the public’s faith that justice applies to everyone, no matter how powerful they are. Congress promised transparency and bipartisan oversight, not selective disclosure or partisan spin. When lawmakers misrepresent what the law requires or ignore the DOJ’s failure to release key evidence, it betrays survivors who have already spent years fighting to be heard. Calling for a full and fair investigation isn’t about politics. It’s about restoring integrity to our institutions, protecting victims’ rights, and proving that no one is beyond accountability when truth and justice are on the line.

The Department of Homeland Security has a disturbing history of creating unsafe conditions for people being detained. Last summer, hundreds of people faced potential diseases from swarms of mosquitoes, dangerous flooding conditions, and limited access to water while detained at the inhumane Everglades Detention Camp, also known as “Alligator Alcatraz.”  Public opposition to these expanded detention centers is only continuing to grow. This is the time to speak out and demand an END to this ruthless campaign against our neighbors. That means:  • Congress must pass legislation to empower city and state elected leaders to oppose ICE taking over warehouses in their communities. • State and local officials must explore every avenue, from legislation to zoning laws to putting pressure on developers, in order to prevent the sale of warehouses to DHS and ICE. • Residents in neighborhoods with proposed sites must speak out and put pressure on local government to stop projects. We cannot allow ICE and the Trump administration to keep expanding its inhumane deportations. Sign the petition to say NO warehouses for detention centers!

If you care about the safety of others, you see why this is a problem. ICE is nothing but trouble all over the country 

This petition is important because the Epstein Files Transparency Act was passed to shed light on one of the most powerful criminal networks in recent history and to ensure real accountability for the victims of Jeffrey Epstein and his associates. When the Department of Justice appears to withhold or alter records—especially those involving serious allegations—it undermines both the rule of law and the public’s faith that justice applies equally to everyone, no matter how powerful.    Congress promised transparency and bipartisan oversight, not selective disclosure or partisan spin. If Members of Congress misrepresent what the law requires or look the other way when the DOJ withholds key evidence, that betrays the survivors who have already endured years of silence and dismissal.    Demanding a full and fair investigation isn’t about politics—it’s about restoring integrity to our institutions, protecting victims’ rights, and reaffirming that no one is above scrutiny when justice and truth are at stake.

There are an estimated 724,000 transgender youth between the ages of 13 and 17 in the United States. Each one, together with their own parents and guardians, turn to medical professionals to make informed, evidence-based decisions.  Reputable, unbiased studies have demonstrated that the health care targeted by HHS is safe, effective, and supported by many major medical associations in the United States.  By contrast, HHS based its proposed rule on an internal review which is deeply flawed and has been meticulously criticized by reputable major U.S. medical groups, including the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Psychological Association, and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.  When it comes to rules about health care for youth, these professional associations are far more credible sources of scientific knowledge than an HHS report that misrepresents the medical consensus and the realities of pediatric care. Every child deserves access to the full range of health care they need, particularly when parents are involved in the decision making in collaboration with medical, psychological, and spiritual advisers. As family members of trans Americans—parents, grandparents, and loved ones who are all part of Families United for Trans Rights (FUTR), we've seen firsthand how important these informed conversations are and how essential access to health care is. Thousands took the time to offer thoughtful comments about these proposed rules. The vast weight of the comments demonstrates widespread opposition to HHS’s attempts to demonize transgender people and deny them access to the health care they need.  As people across a wide range of political, religious and moral views, we believe that health care decisions must be guided by accurate, well-founded medical and scientific information, not by ideology and bias.   All youth deserve health care that their providers recommend—and parents and professionals, not biased science, should make these decisions.  Don’t demonize trans youth and deny them the health care they need.