Think about it: Walmart is the biggest grocery chain in the country, and it paid its CEO $25 million in 2023. That’s 933 times the median associate’s wages, which are also below the poverty line for a family of four.  Simultaneously, there was a $163 million increase in profits from 2022 to 2023, for a total of over $13.6 billion. So if companies are continuing to not just profit, but break RECORDS, why are prices going up?  While families face climbing food prices, corporations rake in more profits. WHAT SENSE DOES THAT MAKE? The Biden-Harris administration has already started the critical and necessary work to fight back against corporate greed, and tax wealthy CEOs and corporations what they owe just like the rest of us. But it's clear this work needs to continue for working class and middle-class people to afford their groceries.  This also means continuing to build and support a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) with authority to pass rules and regulations that will benefit all of us, including regulating mergers and corporate monopolies that will drive up costs and making it harder for small businesses to stay afloat!  Sign the petition to support a Harris-Walz administration in fighting back against the price gouging that drives up the costs of goods and lines greedy CEOs pockets!

When it comes to election participation, the U.S. lags behind—ranking 26th out of 32 peer nations. We pride ourselves on our democracy, but our government must do its part to encourage civic engagement by making it easier and more accessible for the vast majority of Americans to vote. Making Election Day a national holiday already has momentum. 65% of Americans already support the idea of establishing a national holiday on Election Day, and lawmakers have introduced various pieces of legislation on the topic for years. Still, designating Election Day as a national holiday won't make voting easier for millions of working class Americans who may be left out of the holiday, or seniors and folks with disabilities who depend on public transit to get to the polls. That’s why we need to focus on making our voting system more accessible for ALL Americans. Americans in every state deserve the time and flexibility to vote, whether through expanded early voting, vote-by-mail, or making Election Day a national holiday. Sign our petition to support these critical reforms!

 Student Comfort and Well-being: The ability to choose what to wear can significantly impact students' comfort and well-being. If students are uncomfortable, it can affect their focus and performance in school.

As a community we need to stand together on this in order to be heard. Please take the time to help out and have a voice. Our community is important to us all. We really need to take a good look at this project and the many things that really don’t make sense. One of the main ones being this should not be around our residential areas. 

As Vice President, Kamala Harris has been an integral part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to conservation. In 2023, the Administration enacted the most significant protection of the Boundary Waters in 40 years!  As current Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz recognizes that the Boundary Waters is a very special place and the crown jewel of the upper Midwest, and he can back that up with many of his very own trips to Canoe Country. Under Governor Walz’s administration relevant agencies have followed the processes and laws, advancing state-level protections for the Wilderness. Trump claims he will win Minnesota and thinks campaigning on this issue (opening the Boundary Waters region to copper mining) will help him, but he’s wrong. Minnesotans and Boundary Waters defenders all around the country understand what is at stake for Canoe Country and America’s wild places in 2024 and we are committing to work to elect Boundary Waters Champions at every level of government. Former President Donald Trump has, and would again, reject science, the law, and overwhelming public support to open the Boundary Waters headwaters to toxic mining to benefit a giant Chilean mining company owned by the richest family in Chile.  The alarming right-wing policy blueprint for a second Trump term - called “Project 2025”- specifically lists overturning the mining ban near the Boundary Waters.  The fate of America's most visited wilderness area is in our hands. The decisions we make in this election will determine whether we protect or endanger the Boundary Waters. We must work to elect Boundary Waters Champions at all levels of government. www.BoundaryWatersAction.org

Jordan Chiles is an exceptional athlete and part of the gold medal-winning American women's gymnastics team. In the individual competition, she earned the bronze medal, a recognition of her remarkable display of athleticism and excellence. However, the International Olympic Committee has now revoked her medal—a move that has, in the past, been reserved largely for athletes found guilty of cheating or using performance-enhancing drugs. This is not the case for Chiles—whose only fault was the bureaucratic confusion and failures of the various judicial bodies governing her sport. After Chiles' competition, her coach appealed the score—and the judges, upon reconsideration, adjusted her score, awarding her bronze. However, because a later claim contended that Chiles' coach was four seconds late in lodging the appeal, a panel then stripped her of this medal. This is absurd and outrageous—and an insult to all the athletes who have been cast into limbo. Once the appeal was accepted, it should not have been revoked. There are questions of conflict of interest around the judge who ruled against Chiles. And, overall, this is against the spirit of the Olympics. The Romanian team—which was awarded the bronze after it was taken from Chiles—suggested three athletes should each receive a medal, a solution which has precedent. This isn't about taking an honor away from any other athlete. Whether two or three athletes are awarded bronze, or just Chiles—as the judges had ruled—Jordan Chiles earned that bronze. And the Olympic Committee must make this right.

Musk has made it abundantly clear that he is willing to go to any length to chip away faith in our election system in order to tip the scales politically and elect Trump. He repeatedly claims that foreigners are being flown in to commit voter fraud—a well-debunked lie. He called on the elimination of electronic voting for dubious reasons. He publicly avows his support of right-wing conspiracy theorists and influencers who have made clear their distrust in our political system and democracy. Enough is enough.  Our government should not award any future funding to the same conspiracist who is actively undermining its own integrity.  Let's be clear: It's not just us who recognize how problematic it is that billions of our tax dollars are being given to Elon Musk. In fact, some members of Congress have publicly shared these concerns. Add your name now to tell the DOD no new contracts to Musk Photo Credits: Getty Images

I urge you to take this seriously, and truly exercise your right as a United States citizen, and help us restore power to the people, and truly make serving your country an honor and privilege instead of having people serve who are only there to serve themselves.

There needs to be increased security in order for residents to remain living on this property.

Currently, the limited number of pickleball courts in our area has made it increasingly difficult for residents to find available playing time. This shortage is not only frustrating for current players but also limits the opportunity for new players to engage with the sport. Expanding the availability of courts would provide numerous benefits, including: 1. **Promoting Active Lifestyles:** Pickleball is a fun and accessible way for residents to stay active. More courts would encourage greater participation in physical activity, which is essential for the overall health and well-being of our community. 2. **Fostering Community Engagement:** Pickleball is a social sport that brings people together. By providing more courts, we can create a vibrant hub for community interaction, fostering friendships and connections among residents of all ages. 3. **Supporting Local Events and Tournaments:** With more courts, our community could host local pickleball tournaments and events, drawing visitors to our area and boosting local businesses. 4. **Catering to a Growing Demand:** The current courts are often overcrowded, leading to long wait times and limited access. The demand for pickleball courts is only expected to increase, and it is essential that our community meets this growing need. We kindly request that Montgomery County Council consider our petition and take the necessary steps to allocate space and funding for the construction of additional permanent dedicated pickleball courts in our area. We believe that this investment will greatly enhance the quality of life for all residents and contribute to the overall vitality of our community. Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to your favorable consideration and are eager to support any efforts to make this initiative a reality.

Our community has the right to know how new projects will impact us and the right to live in a clean and peaceful environment. 

It is important for the Class of 2025 to have a memorable and enjoyable final experience at their home stadium. To make this happen, we need your support in advocating for our graduation to be held at the McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium instead of the convention center. Please help us make our seniors' wishes come true by signing this petition. Thank you for your support!