Mental health is a vital part of student success, yet at UW Madison, many students are left unsupported due to insufficient mental health resources. It’s time for change. Recent data shows that: • 40% of students report experiencing symptoms of depression. • 36% of students struggle with anxiety. • 14% have seriously considered suicide in the past year. While the university offers counseling services, the current system is failing to meet the needs of its students. Long waitlists, the lack of face-to-face counseling options, and the prevalence of unprofessional or underqualified counselors leave many students feeling abandoned during their most vulnerable moments.

• Please let your Aldermen know that you oppose the passing of the Fast Lane gas station special use permit that is under consideration. (Lake Saint Louis Alderman Directory) • Calling and voicing your concerns will be more effective than emailing. • If you are able, please attend the Lake Saint Louis Board of Aldermen meeting on December 16th and January 21st at 6PM to voice your opposition to the gas station. • Location is the Lake Saint Louis Civic Center Board Room, 200 Civic Center Drive. • Large community attendance at these meetings is what will convince the Board of Aldermen to oppose the proposed gas station. Please attend if at all possible!

The Honorable Troy E. Nehls  U.S. House of Representatives  1104 Longworth House Office Building  Washington, D.C. 20515 Dear Congressman Nehls, We hope this letter finds you well. We are writing to express our deep concerns and frustrations regarding the recent mishandling of disaster assistance in Matagorda County, TX, following Hurricane Beryl. As constituents directly affected by this disaster, we feel compelled to bring to your attention the significant issues we have faced in the wake of this catastrophe. Firstly, the delays in the declaration of federal disaster relief have been unacceptable. The prolonged waiting period left many of us in a state of uncertainty and exacerbated the already challenging conditions. Timely declaration of disaster relief is crucial for immediate response and recovery efforts. The delays in this instance have hindered our community's ability to begin the recovery process promptly. Furthermore, the slow processing time for aid has added to our distress. Many residents have encountered prolonged waits for assistance that are vital for rebuilding our homes and lives. The bureaucratic red tape has made it exceedingly difficult for families to access the support they desperately need. This inefficiency has prolonged our suffering and impeded our ability to recover and rebuild. Additionally, the ineptitude of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in handling this disaster cannot go unnoticed. The lack of effective communication, coordination, and transparency from FEMA has been deeply disappointing. Many residents have reported inconsistent information, unresponsive representatives, and an overall lack of support from the agency. This has left us feeling abandoned and neglected during a time when we need our government the most. As our congressman, we urge you to take immediate action to address these critical issues. It is imperative that measures be implemented to ensure timely disaster declarations, streamline the aid processing system, and improve the efficiency and responsiveness of FEMA. Our community depends on the federal government to provide the necessary support and resources during such crises, and it is disheartening to witness the current state of affairs. We kindly request your attention to this matter and your advocacy on behalf of the residents of Matagorda County. We need your leadership to hold the relevant agencies accountable and to push for reforms that will prevent such mishandling in future disasters. Your prompt action and dedication to this cause will make a significant difference in our community's recovery and resilience. Sincerely, Your Constituents

Pennsylvanians should not have to pay $5,000 to subscribe to DCNR's EDWIN database nor an additional $500 annual maintenance fee to access oil & gas records. Their taxpayer dollars already paid to create the database. Don't restrict the public's access to public information. Eliminate the fees.

We, the undersigned concerned employees, veterans, whistleblowers, and stakeholders, petition the Department of Veterans Affairs to immediately address the systemic failures of leadership and the documented culture of misconduct within the Phoenix VA Police Department (PVAPD). Official federal findings, corroborated by internal communications and court records, reveal a long-standing pattern of racial discrimination and retaliation that has been consistently denied and covered up by PHXVAPD leadership, severely compromising the safety, integrity, and morale of the department. Summary of Documented Facts 1. Substantiated Discrimination: As confirmed by the VA Office of Employment Discrimination Complaint Adjudication (OEDCA) on October 13, 2023 (VA Case No. 200P-644-2022-147530), the Phoenix VA Police Service was found to have created a racially hostile work environment in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This finding confirmed that supervisory personnel made racially offensive comments, tolerated discriminatory jokes, and failed to correct inappropriate conduct.  2. Leadership Deception and Denial: Despite this official finding, PHXVAPD leadership has repeatedly circulated a false narrative to employees and the public, denying the existence of a discrimination problem and providing false and/or incomplete information to conceal their history of discrimination. This deliberate deception undermines the integrity of VA leadership. 3. Targeted Retaliation: Employees who report discrimination, expose leadership misconduct, or challenge questionable practices are consistently targeted and labeled as "disgruntled employees." This retaliatory practice is designed to silence truth-tellers and shift focus away from managerial failures, as evidenced by circumstances surrounding the department-wide email sent on October 8, 2025, which included official court documents and agency findings. (Read about the Exposing Email) 4. Historical Pattern of Bias: Systemic bias is evidenced by the discriminatory rescinding of the Chief of Police selection for an experienced Black veteran around 2008/2009, based on inconsistent application of standards that were subsequently relaxed for non-Black officers with similar or fewer qualifications. (See Evidence) 5. Specific Incidents of Racial Hostility: Leadership personnel engaged in and tolerated racially derogatory remarks, including comparing a Black officer to "Mr. Tibbs" and mocking Black officers by referencing the movie Forrest Gump in a derogatory, racially charged manner, demonstrating profound racial bias.  • "They Call Me Mister Tibbs!" • "Didn’t Mean to Mess Up Your Black Panther Party” • Text Message of Photo “Brown Sugar” Soap • Simulated Masturbation Incident (Towards Female Employee) – Credibility Evidence Demand for Immediate Corrective Action In light of the substantiated findings and the demonstrated failure of local leadership to manage an ethical, compliant, and equitable workplace, we demand the following corrective actions be implemented immediately: 1. Launch an Independent Investigation: The Office of Operations, Security, and Preparedness (OSP) initiate an immediate, full-scope, and transparent investigation into the specific conduct of current Phoenix VA Police leadership regarding their denial of official EEO findings, their patterns of retaliation, and the documented discriminatory culture. 2. Mandatory Accountability: Any PHXVAPD leadership personnel found to have deliberately misled employees, engaged in or tolerated racial discrimination, or participated in retaliation must face swift and appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including removal from their positions. 3. Establish External Oversight: Institute an independent, external monitoring body, reporting directly to the Office of Operations, Security, and Preparedness (OSP), to oversee PHXVAPD operations, conduct, and EEO compliance for a minimum of two years. 4. Whistleblower Protection and Support: Guarantee robust protection for all employees who have reported or plan to report misconduct, ensuring they are not subjected to professional or administrative retaliation. The Phoenix VA Police Department has a duty to protect veterans and serve the public with integrity. This is impossible while its leadership fosters an environment of discrimination, deceit, and fear. We urge you to take decisive action to restore trust, ensure accountability, and secure justice for the employees and veterans affected by this systemic failure.

I am writing to respectfully urge you to support keeping kratom legal and accessible for responsible adults in Tennessee and across the United States. Kratom has become an important herbal supplement for many individuals seeking natural alternatives for pain management, mental health support, and overall wellness. Countless Americans report that kratom has helped them manage chronic pain, reduce anxiety, and, in some cases, transition away from more dangerous substances such as opioids. At a time when our nation continues to face an opioid crisis, it is critical that we do not remove safer, plant-based alternatives that may help reduce dependence on prescription painkillers and illicit drugs. Many individuals have shared that kratom has improved their quality of life, allowing them to remain productive members of society, care for their families, and avoid more harmful substances. I understand the importance of safety and regulation. Rather than banning kratom, I strongly encourage the development of reasonable regulations that ensure product quality, proper labeling, and age restrictions. This approach would protect consumers while preserving access for those who benefit from it. Outright prohibition could have unintended consequences, including pushing individuals toward more dangerous alternatives or creating an unregulated black market. A balanced, evidence-based approach would better serve public health and safety.  The guy the bill is named after was taking prescription drugs while using kratom so the blame should be on the doctor who prescribed them or the user should have consulted with his doctor first, not kratom which has zero deaths by itself. Why do we not ban alcohol? It has killed millions of people and ruined millions of lives and is still legal. Once it is made illegal you will have alot of law abiding citizens who will be committing a felony after its been legal for so long. As your constituent, I respectfully ask that you consider the voices of those who rely on kratom and support policies that keep it legal while promoting responsible use and regulation. Thank you for your time and your service to our state.

Charge animal abusers with felonies. Make them be treated the way they abused animals!

We the undersigned believe that the federal minimum wage, now at $7.25 an hour, should be raised to $15.00 an hour. Had the minimum wage of 1968 been adjusted for inflation, it would be well above $10.00 an hour today. Productivity has also risen considerably since 1968: The typical worker is almost twice as productive today as he or she was then. Adjusted for both inflation and productivity gains, therefore, the minimum wage should be at least $15.00 an hour.

We the undersigned are asking that the Conejo Valley USD Health & Wellness Policy state that all drinks with added sugar including electrolyte replacement beverages (Gatorade, Powerade, Nesliquick, sodas, etc) be removed from all school cafeterias, vending machines, student stores, etc. Sport drinks/ERB’s should only be offered to athletes at sporting events in conjunction with water.

Ban the sale of tobacco in Utica, New York!