I live in a country where anyone over the age of 18 can purchase a gun from a licensed dealer. I also live in a country where there is no age requirement for a third party seller of said gun. And, I also live in a country where easy access to weapons in homes in normal.  Whenever my sons decide to have a sleepover or go to a friend’s house, I have to ask the parents if there are guns in the home. If they have guns, then I make sure to ask if they have them locked away and the keys are also hidden in a place where the children won’t find them. I don’t have to ask if there are guns in the house. I get looked at funny when I ask if they have guns in the house.  I want to make sure my children aren’t in a home where there are easily accessible guns. Because, once a child knows there is a gun in the home, then they know there is a gun in the home.  This nation is riddled with mass shootings. If there is a way, any small feat, to get people away from the idea that the their names and faces would be blasted all over social media, and the news, then that’s a win for everyone.  Senators, Congress, and  people with any sway in my opinion, please consider taking the names and faces away from the public eye so that people don’t have to see the awful face of the human who decided to ruin an entire community’s life with a terrible decision to give themselves fame and glory.

The issue of sending drug addicts to prison is not just a personal problem; it’s a societal one that affects us all. Imprisoning individuals struggling with addiction doesn't address the root cause of their behavior—it perpetuates a harmful cycle of addiction, incarceration, and relapse. The prison system is not equipped to treat addiction, and as a result, these individuals often reoffend, creating a revolving door that impacts families, communities, and taxpayers. By prioritizing treatment and rehabilitation over prison sentences, we can help break this cycle. Studies show that treatment programs lead to lower recidivism rates, saving taxpayers money and improving public safety. Incarceration isolates individuals from the support networks they need for recovery, while treatment provides the tools to overcome addiction, rebuild lives, and contribute to society. We cannot solve the addiction crisis by simply punishing those who suffer from it. Instead, we must offer compassion and effective solutions that provide individuals the chance to recover and lead healthy, productive lives. This campaign is not just about reforming the justice system; it's about building stronger, healthier communities. Everyone knows someone affected by addiction, whether directly or indirectly. This issue transcends socioeconomic lines and impacts families, workplaces, and neighborhoods. By joining this campaign, you can help advocate for real change that addresses the root cause of addiction and offers a more effective, humane alternative to imprisonment. Together, we can create a society that doesn’t punish individuals for their struggles but helps them heal. By standing up for treatment over incarceration, you are helping to create a system that works for everyone—one that reduces crime, strengthens families, and promotes public health. Addiction is a public health issue, not a criminal one. Let’s work together to shift the focus from punishment to healing and ensure that individuals receive the help they need rather than being condemned to a life of imprisonment. Join us in demanding better solutions that benefit our entire community.

Benefits of the Proposed Change: • Streamline the Path to Licensure: This reform would eliminate unnecessary delays, enabling highly trained dental specialists to enter the workforce more quickly. • Enhance Access to Care: Allowing dental specialists to practice sooner will help address gaps in dental specialty care across New York State, particularly in underserved regions. • Align with National Standards: This change would bring New York’s dental licensure requirements closer to the national norm, where such residency requirements are not imposed on specialty residents. Entering a dental specialty program should be a reward, not a penalty. Sign the Petition: By signing this petition, you are advocating for a more efficient, fair, and streamlined path to dental licensure for New York’s dental specialty residents.

Being a member of Congress has many perks, but padding your stock portfolio shouldn’t be one of them. But right now, members of Congress can trade stocks in any number of companies — while voting on legislation that can increase the profit margins of the very same industries those laws govern. Take just one example: Every year, about HALF of an $800 BILLION Pentagon budget flows directly to weapons contractors like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and more. The lawmakers responsible for signing off on that astronomical amount? Many of them hold investments in the same weapons makers. That’s why what’s happening now is so important. A bipartisan group of senators has set the stage to dismantle this broken status quo with the “Ending Trading and Holdings In Congressional Stocks” or “ETHICS” Act. This groundbreaking bill would end the war profiteering by banning congressional stock trading altogether — and the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs just pushed this urgently needed legislation past a crucial hurdle. Now, the stage is set for the ETHICS Act to go to the Senate floor, and when that happens, we need to make sure it passes with the resounding majority it deserves. Your senators' support is a crucial piece of the puzzle — and that’s why we need you to speak out today.

This is important because this is our last year, and we love FFA want to represent it is as officers 

Health is Wealth and we, the undersigned, want the enhancements of our clinics on Virgin Gorda to be a priority item for the Government of the British Virgin Islands. 

Please see a link to our community presentation by clicking here. This project is important because it addresses several critical needs in Wyandotte County, both from a social and economic perspective. 1. **Tackling Affordable Housing Shortages**: The Kansas City region, including Wyandotte County, faces a **64,000-unit gap** in affordable housing, making it increasingly difficult for low- and moderate-income families to find stable, affordable homes [oai_citation:5,MARC News](https://www.marc.org/news/economy/affordable-housing-gap-even-wider-some-households). By creating 24 affordable housing units, this project directly contributes to alleviating this significant housing shortage. 2. **Economic Revitalization**: The site at **43rd and Mission Road** has sat vacant for over 20 years, representing a missed opportunity for economic development. This project will finally put the site to productive use, generating **increased property tax revenue** and providing a long-term boost to the local tax base. Additionally, it will increase **Board of Public Utilities (BPU)** revenue through greater utility consumption. 3. **No Taxpayer Burden**: Unlike many other public infrastructure or housing initiatives, this project is financed through **Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)**, meaning it places **no financial burden** on local taxpayers. This allows the county to gain new housing and revenue sources without the need for direct public funding 4. **Smart Use of Existing Infrastructure**: The project leverages **infill development**, a key goal of the county’s comprehensive plan, which prioritizes building in areas where infrastructure already exists. This reduces the need for new infrastructure investment, making the project not only affordable but also sustainable In summary, this project represents a much-needed investment in affordable housing and community revitalization while offering significant economic benefits without burdening taxpayers. It addresses both short-term and long-term needs for the county, creating a more resilient, vibrant, and sustainable future.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Bridge Access Program is set to expire in August, four months earlier than the original deadline of December 2024. Since 2020, the CDC has administered this program to bring lifesaving free COVID-19 vaccines to Americans who are uninsured or whose insurance does not cover all vaccine-related costs.  President Biden must expand comprehensive COVID-19 support—from funding the Bridge Access Program to providing accessible PCR and rapid tests to increasing public advocacy campaigns that educate Americans on the importance of vaccinations.  Sign our petition if you agree that the Biden administration and the CDC need to extend and expand comprehensive COVID-19 protections, not end them. 

Two anonymous sources reported that Trump spoke on the phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Trump repeatedly advised him against a ceasefire because it could “help the Harris campaign.” Both Trump and Netanyahu have admitted to speaking on the phone, but are denying the allegations.  And when PM Netanyahu was in the United States to address Congress, he also met Trump at Mar-a-Lago and talked directly about the election and the ongoing conflict, with Trump assuring him at one point that “We’ll get it taken care.” This wouldn’t be the first time Trump was accused of violating the Logan Act. He’s been accused of unauthorized communications with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.  The Logan Act has been rarely enforced in U.S. history—but it has been evoked. Two people have had charges brought against them for violating the Logan Act in the history of our country. Trump could be the third.  Add your name to call on the DOJ to investigate Trump for any violations of the Logan Act NOW!

New developers are constantly infringing on the natural habitat of the surrounding Belmont, NC, area without addressing roads, utilities, amenities and especially the natural habitat. Residents need to demand they plan better for current residents, future growth and including the natural wildlife.

We need to change the direction of this project before it’s too late to save taxpayer money and keep our children safe. 

Public libraries should be spaces where all voices are heard, where diversity is celebrated, and where every child can find books that reflect their lives and experiences. By hiding these books away, you are not protecting children—you are silencing them. You are denying countless young readers the chance to see themselves reflected in the stories they read, and you are isolating them at a time when they need to know they are not alone. This decision is not only harmful—it is discriminatory. It suggests that books featuring transgender characters or themes are somehow inappropriate or “less than” other children’s books. It perpetuates a stigma that is not only unfounded but deeply damaging to children who are already navigating a world that too often refuses to accept them for who they are. We refuse to let this act of censorship go unchallenged. We demand that the Greenville County Library Board immediately reverse the decision to move books with transgender themes out of the children’s section and commit to transparency and inclusivity by ensuring that books representing all identities, including transgender and LGBTQ+ identities, remain accessible in the children’s section where they belong, and involve the community in decisions that impact how books are categorized and displayed, ensuring that all perspectives are considered and respected.