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Maintain Roe v Wade
In the current political climate of the U.S., the status of Roe v Wade is questionable. With the tragic passing of Justice RBG, a seat on SCOTUS has opened up. President Trump's nomination, Amy Coney Barrett does not support a woman's right to choose and if she is to be given the seat, there is a chance that roe v wade is overturned. Women losing the right to make decisions about their own bodies is beyond abortion, it’s a matter of freedom. Abortion is not ending a life, it’s saving one. A pregnant woman (pregnant by ANY circumstance) has no obligation to sacrifice her life or put her life on hold for an unborn child. Any person making decisions about a woman’s body besides that woman herself is overstepping by a MILLION MILES. Abortions will not stop, they will only become more dangerous and less successful. It is an absolute necessity that the Supreme Court maintain this crucial court decision; if you agree, please sign this petition. Be a part of the solution, not the problem.
Avery Goldberg
26,634
5/16/19
Urge Michelle Obama to Run for Vice President
With a heavy heart, I am penning this petition, fearful of the state of our beloved USA where leadership has been wrestled away by those who sully the noble concept of public service. As a concerned citizen, I believe it's time we placed hope and trust in a proven leadership figure that embodies strength, dignity and compassion - a lady who needs no further introduction; Michelle Obama. I am inviting you to join me in urging her to run for Vice President.Michelle Obama, the former First Lady, is widely received across the globe for her intelligence, influence, and her unfaltering resolve to improve the livelihoods of countless individuals. Throughout her tenure, she ensured access to education for girls around the world through her Let Girls Learn initiative. She has also been a forefront advocate for leading healthy lives as evident from her Let's Move! campaign against childhood obesity. These are but a few examples of Michelle Obama's dedication to public service.I understand she has expressed a reluctance for politics, but the daunting times we're in call for a leader of her caliber. It is her constitution, her unwavering moral compass and her undeniable sense of duty that would restore our nation's standing and offer us recovery from the past. Michelle Obama running for vice president is not simply a personal wish but a heartfelt plea shared by hundreds of millions across the United States who would be excited to cast their vote for her. We owe it to ourselves and to our future generations to put forth a candidate who exudes integrity, knowledge and the fervor to champion the rights of all citizens. Let's appeal to Michelle Obama to take this stance and be the beacon we need in these trying times. Please join us. Sign this petition today. Michelle Obama is the qualified choice that will excite, inspire, and motivate the country and lead us all to better, safer, happier times. Please help me show her how much we want her, this is an emergency.
Brian Herndon
412
7/4/24
Stop the anti-abortion laws in Hillsdale, MI
This Monday, August 2nd, 2021 the city of Hillsdale, MI will be debating and voting on a petition to pass anti abortion laws and make the city a “sanctuary city” to the unborn. While Roe V. Wade currently affords us protections and supersedes these laws, every major movement in history has started with local laws, then state laws, and eventually federal change. If we want to protect our rights we have to act NOW! The organization behind this legislation has already lead to passage in 33 of the 44 municipalities that have tried. Even if you aren’t a resident of Hillsdale, this effects all of us as the more of these laws are passed, the closer we come to losing our rights at the federal level. These types of laws not only effect a woman’s right to choose (though Hillsdale itself does not have any clinics that perform elective abortions), they also limit access to life saving procedures in emergencies at the only hospital serving the entire county of over 46k residents. These laws also make any spontaneous miscarriage open to investigation and prosecution, at a time when many women are already suffering feelings of inadequacy and failure wondering what they did wrong to lead to the loss of their pregnancy. This ordinance would serve to ban “abortion inducing drugs” from even being mailed into the city, despite misopristol being used regularly in labor induction. This ordinance is flat out dangerous and needs to be stopped here, and in other cities it’s author are coming to next. Please join us for a peaceful protest at the council meeting if able and sign the petition, even if you are not a resident of the City of Hillsdale. We need to send a clear message that we will not tolerate these laws being passed at any level. Please also share this petition to spread the word, our time is running out to get as much support as we can before Hillsdale joins the ranks in ending Roe V Wade. Even if you don’t have a uterus, someone you know and love does and they need your help to to protect their life. We thank you for your support. Our only chance at protecting our rights is standing together now more than ever.
Kathryn Watkins
2,391
7/31/21
Statement on Due Process and Equal Rights Protection
Let's use our collective voice to change the world. We invite all to sign on in solidarity to request for a strong statement on Due Process and Equal Rights by our Senators and Local Leaders for each of the US States: MESSAGE: Dear Senators and Local Leaders, We, the undersigned, hereby express our deep concern that affirmative action in education and recent decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade have put measures protecting marginalized communities in jeopardy across the country. We firmly believe it would be crucial to try to get a statement on due process and equal rights into each of your state constitution, especially in light of recent decisions made by the US Supreme Court regarding the 14th Amendment. By working together, we can change the world by securing the support of almost two-thirds of your Senate for legislation that would include due process and equal protection clauses in your state constitution. This would be a robust step forward in ensuring the rights for every resident in the United States, regardless of their background or personal circumstances. Such a measure could strengthen their legal protections, thereby resisting the erosion of rights at a federal level. Our communities are stronger when we address the existing attacks on marginalized communities around the country and decisions by the US Supreme Court that have reduced the scope of important federal protection. If you are looking for ways to get involved, we urge you to support the reform with a strong statement on due process and equal rights. In light of this, we respectfully request the following measure to be included with your proposal: The government must not deny equal treatment and respect under the law on account of a person's race, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, creed, socio-economic status, partnership status, marital status, political status, military status, disability (including use of a service animal), sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, education or any other class protected by City, State, or Federal law. This groundbreaking move emphasizes the need for fair treatment for all, irrespective of their characteristics. It is an illustrative example of how political leadership can make significant strides toward the goal of inclusivity and social justice. With this amendment, your state constitution would be expanded to uphold the principles of human rights, equality, and dignity for all. By preventing the government from establishing or maintaining the legal, social, or economic inferiority of any class of people, the new provision would serve to further strengthen the values of equality and liberty. This initiative could spark a profound change in society by explicitly affirming the equal status of every citizen. However, its success ultimately depends on the actions and leadership of politicians committed to championing and upholding these values in all legislative and policy decisions. Equal protection is already provided by the 14th Amendment of the United States Constitution, but given the current federal issues, the amendment in your state constitution is urgently needed to improve the rights of every resident for each of the US States. This is because it provides an enhanced legal framework to address not only matters of discrimination but also a variety of socio-economic issues at the local level. The proposal, therefore, promises to extend more targeted safeguards to marginalized groups, aligning better with contemporary civil rights standards. As such, its implementation will bolster our fight against systemic injustice, carving a more inclusive path forward. More importantly, it equips politicians with the power to reshape society in more equitable ways, leading to a better representation of all constituents. As Senators and Local Leaders, you stand at the intersection of hope and despair. Your words, decisions, and actions have the power to lift a community or let it slide into the shadows. We the signatories of this petition, implore you to strengthen human rights and promote equality for all by working diligently to ensure its implementation. We kindly request you to consider our petition and take tangible actions to speak out for those who've been silenced, and stand up for those who've been pushed down. Engage your constituents, ignite conversations, and foster an environment conducive to positive change. Take your place in the annals of history as the leaders who took a stand, the leaders who dared to make a difference. The call to action is clear: Strengthen human rights and foster equality by legislation that will add due process and equal protection clauses in your state constitution. Your proposed amendment affords you a unique opportunity to reshape the fabric of our society into one of equitable justice. Your action can inspire others, ignite a wave of change, and create a brighter future for every resident for each of the US States. Your leadership and dedication are what will make this difference, ensuring that every individual in our society feels safe, heard, and respected. Stand tall, lead with conviction, and let's redefine our future together. We invite all of you to join us. With gratitude for our collective work in inspiring change in the world and optimism about the tasks ahead as we work together on achieving our shared vision of a brighter future for all Americans. Thank you, Peace Love Power 1
Mary Ezenwa
242
2/17/24
Advocate for reproductive rights and bodily autonomy.
People with female reproductive organs are facing the loss of their reproductive rights and bodily autonomy. Texas has already passed a restrictive abortion ban that eliminates the right to an abortion after six weeks. Many people do not realize they are pregnant within the first six weeks. If an underaged child was raped or was able to conceive on their own, they more then likely wouldn't have the resources to discover a pregnancy in the first six weeks. Some people don't have the money to raise a child. This abortion ban allows for citizens to sue doctors that provide an abortion, the person who provided transportation to the abortion clinic, and even anyone who helped the person pay for the abortion. This law does not have any exceptions for people who experienced rape or incest. This also means a person can not receive an abortion after six weeks for medical purposes either. This means the person would be forced to carry to term if they wasn't able to find out about the pregnancy before six weeks. Even if it risks them dying or experiencing complications in future pregnancies. We need to stand up and have our voices heard. The right to abortion is a right to healthcare. This law will not decrease abortion rates, only decrease SAFE abortion rates. Fight for human reproductive rights.
Kassidy Bolden
128
9/19/21
Mercedes-Benz: Please Denounce the Alabama Abortion Ban
Alabama has just passed one of the most restrictive abortion laws in the world.As a global company with a major manufacturing plant in Alabama, we urge Mercedes-Benz to publicly denounce the recent bill passed by the state legislature, House Bill 314, the so-called "Human Life Protection Act." This bill eliminates women’s access to safe and legal abortions. The “remarkable cruelty” of the bill means that “...women in Alabama would be forced to carry unwanted or nonviable pregnancies to term in nearly all circumstances, including when a pregnancy results from rape or incest. Doctors who perform the procedure would face felony charges and up to 99 years in prison — which is more prison time than convicted rapists face in the state.”New York Times May 15th, 2019 Amnesty International has stated that “Abortion bans like the one passed in Alabama are a violation of human rights.”Please sign this petition to urge Mercedes-Benz to use its power in Alabama to speak out publicly against this bill and support access to safe and legal abortions.
Nathalie Pozzi
27,544
5/15/19
Woman’s Bodily Rights in New Hampshire! Those without ovaries should have no say!
The Abortion ban hast to go! Chris Sununu does not have any right to what women do with their body. He is not a woman so he doesn’t understand our pain in our suffering if and when you’re taking advantage of impregnated without wanting to be. Pro-choice all the way for women’s rights every day. Taking away awoman’s right to get an abortion, takes away our right to our body.
Nora St. Onge
951
9/28/21
Texas' new anti abortion law goes against women's rights
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has decided for himself when a woman should be "allowed" to get an abortion, which is now set to 6 weeks. Most women dont even know they are pregnant by 6 weeks. The only women excluded from this new law is women who must have an abortion due to a medical emergency. What about the victims of sexual abuse? Rape? Incest? What about the overwhelming population of foster children the united states already has? Those numbers will severely increase. What about women having a choice in what they do with THEIR body? Women should be able to make that decision for themselves. And now planned parenthood and other health clinics that assist with abortions are going to be subject to lawsuits from INDIVIDUALS suing them if the individual even THINKS that that business assists in performing an abortion after the "allowed" 6 weeks. This can cause serious defunding and even business closures, causing companies like planned parenthood not being able to provide their patients with other services that are needed, I.e. Std testing, birth control etc. We, as women, have fought for our rights for too long and too hard to have a MAN bind us into a law where we have little to no chance of even knowing we are pregnant before the abortion isnt legal anymore. Governor Greg Abbott is oppressing our rights and making sure women cant get the help they need. He is making sure we, as women, dont have a say over our own bodies. Governor Greg Abbott needs to extend the abortion law to where our pregnancy clinics arent being sued for fun and he needs to extend the amount of time a woman is allowed to get an abortion at the VERY least and set it to where a woman at least has a CHANCE to make her own decision in the matter!
Christy Christmas
6,070
5/20/21
The opportunity for each Vermont citizen to vote on the new Abortion Bill H. 57
The voices of pro-life supporters must be heard in Vermont! Pro-life supporters are not equally represented in Vermont Government but there is hope! Write to your town representative asking for the opportunity for Vermont citizens to vote on this new law. Currently our Vermont Reps are working to pass H. 57 as law and citizens won’t get a vote. In the future they may work to add this abortion bill as an amendment to our state constitution. Thankfully an amendment would have to be approved by Vermont citizens before it is final! Each pro-life voice must be heard! Sign this petition as a vow to ask your town reps for a vote on this new state law and as a vow to go out and vote pro-life if an amendment is presented to Vermont citizens for approval. We cannot let this new law plague our state and we cannot let a similar amendment blemish our constitution!
Unique Bartlett
538
1/29/19
Petition to Reverse the “Heartbeat Bill” in Texas!
The women of Texas need your help. A new law has just been quietly passed and put into affect on September 1st, 2021 labeled the “Heartbeat Act” or “Heartbeat Bill”, barring any woman from getting an abortion after the technical “six week” mark in a pregnancy. Under the assumption that a fetus has a “heartbeat” at this point, this new bill makes getting a safe abortion after SIX weeks illegal for anyone needing one, regardless of circumstance (rape, underaged pregnancy, medical complications, etc.). This was passed with hardly any public knowledge of it, nor the chance to vote against it. As you may or may not know, most women do not even begin to suspect they are pregnant at or before six weeks, making this unconstitutional and out of our control. On top of this heinous act, there has also been a new website created specifically for anyone to anonymously (yes, anonymously) TURN ANYONE IN for getting an abortion after September 1st, provided they have sufficient evidence, for a possible reward (disgusting, I know). This decision is going to kill the women of Texas who no longer have access to safe, legal abortions and has taken away any right we might have had over our own bodies and lives. Sign this petition to have the bill reversed and help the women of Texas take back control! Bans on abortion do not lower abortion rates, they only force women to turn to unsafe, deadly methods.
Jasmine Suniga
431
9/3/21

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