Support a Cause: Domestic Abusers Shouldn't Have Guns

action alert! Over half of mass shootings in the United States are linked in one way or another to domestic violence. Let's end the abuse and stop the killing! Tell Congress: Save women's lives! please share it helps!     Domestic violence and mass shootings are closely linked. In fact, one analysis found that over 57% of mass shootings in the United States are directly tied to domestic violence. We all have a stake in keeping weapons out of the hands of abusers. A new law circulating in Congress would help stop the out of control violence. The Protecting Domestic Violence and and Stalking Victims Act would prohibit stalkers and all domestic abusers — spouses and dating partners — from buying guns. This legislation, currently in the Senate, needs our full support. For far too long, we've been told that nothing can be done about out of control gun violence. It's time our lawmakers know we won't stand for inaction any longer! Tell your lawmakers: save women's lives! Corey H. Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team

Support a cause to help Florida Manatees!

action alert! Manatees may look thick-skinned, but they actually can't handle cold water for long. That's why they depend so greatly on Florida's warm water for sanctuary. Unfortunately, the state's shores have become crowded with tourists, creating danger for the manatees. Give Florida Manatees a Real Sanctuary! please share it helps!     Manatees are cute and peaceful. Like teddy bears in the water. But the tourists who try to touch and grab them off Florida's coast are threatening their lives. They need to be left alone and have enough room in the increasingly crowded sea to behave naturally. Sign the petition supporting a designated area for manatees' sanctuary off the Florida coast. Hundreds of manatees die from prolonged exposure to too-cold water. That's why a sanctuary in their natural escape, Three Sisters Springs in Kings Bay, Florida, is so important. Their getaway from the cold water is a matter of survival. Support the creation of no-touch sanctuary for manatees in Three Sisters Springs. Kayla C. Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team

Support a cause: California's Nature in Danger

action alert! With record-setting population growth in California, what does this mean for California's natural refuges? Without government protection, population growth is the worst thing for a rare gem like the Berryessa Snow Mountain area. The Berryessa Snow Mountain conservation bill is passing through Congress — it's time to stand up for California's pristine natural environment. Protect Berryessa Snow Mountain! please share it helps!     California is growing fast. Lush forests, meadows of wildflowers, rivers and mountains are in danger of human expansion. But there is hope amidst the unprecedented growth. The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Conservation Area Act is heading through Congress in real time! We have only a passing chance to act in support of this state treasure. Tell President Obama and Interior Secretary Sally Jewell to save Berryessa Snow Mountain! Nestled between the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento, Berryessa Snow Mountain is a paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding regions. River otters, wintering bald eagles and tule elk depend on the refuge as their natural habitat. We must protect Berryessa Snow Mountain's natural state for future generations to enjoy. Despite an ever-increasing population, there is still hope to designate Berryessa Snow Mountain as a national monument. Signal your concern for California's outdoor wonderlands facing the danger of population growth. Alex B. Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team

Support a Cause: Protect Ocean Life

action alert! There are more than 1 trillion pieces of plastic trapped in Arctic sea ice. If our climate pollution continues, causing the ice melting to accelerate, this plastic debris will be released into our oceans. Tell the EPA to Protect Ocean Life please share it helps!     A new report has found that in the next decade, more than 1 trillion pieces of plastic debris caught in Arctic ice caps could be released into our oceans, posing a serious threat to sea life and the health of our waters. Send a message to the EPA today to protect ocean life from harmful pollution. We can fight back. The melting rate of these ice caps is accelerated by climate change. Yet some of the worst carbon polluters contributing to climate change are still not held accountable. It's time they take responsibility for harming ocean life. Tell the EPA: keep our oceans healthy and stand up to carbon polluters! Roseanne C. Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team

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Support a Cause: Keep Poisonous Ash out of North Carolina!

action alert! The recent spills of coal ash in North Carolina underscore just how dangerous these toxins really are. But the latest legislation on coal ash is a sham — it doesn't offer any real protection for the people of North Carolina. It's time our lawmakers know that our health comes before energy industry greed. Tell NC Lawmakers: No More Coal Ash! please share it helps!     Coal ash is poisonous. And it's all over the state. In fact, there are more than 14 coal ash sites around North Carolina, with 30 coal ash ponds. These sites pose a health risk to all of us, especially since they are all located dangerously close to our waterways. For too long, North Carolina legislators have given sweetheart deals to the energy industry, putting our lives and livelihoods at risk from dangerous coal ash. We've had just about enough of it — it's time for North Carolina lawmakers to put the people first! The Governor's recent legislation doesn't go far enough to rein in Big Coal. Most of the coal ash sites aren't covered by the law, and it may allow the majority of this toxic ash to stay right where it is. We don't need more industry giveaways. We need stronger laws. Together, we can clean up North Carolina. Tell North Carolina lawmakers: keep coal ash out of North Carolina! Corey H. Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team

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Support a cause: An Elephant is Killed Every 15 Minutes

action alert! An elephant is slaughtered every 15 minutes in Africa by commercial poachers. The international community — especially America — needs to stop buying illegal ivory. Support the Ban on Ivory To Save Elephants please share it helps!     Recently, the Obama administration and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) took a stand for animal rights by proposing a comprehensive ban on ivory products. But now, these critical new rules are coming under fire, threatening to unravel the progress we've made to protect vulnerable African elephants. Support FWS' anti-poaching efforts and help save elephants by signing the petition in support of stronger ivory regulations. In the past half century alone, Africa's elephant population has plummeted by 95%. Elephant slaughter in Africa is skyrocketing because of an increasing international demand for ivory — and the U.S. has the world's second largest market for illegal wildlife products. As a nation, if we can stop purchasing unlawful ivory, we can put a big dent in demand and curb poachers' activities. Only when the world stops buying ivory will poachers stop killing elephants. Please send a message to FWS and tell them you support their work to save the world's elephants. Rosa K. Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team

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Support the cause: The child next door is hungry

action alert! Summer is here, and between the sunny weather and lazy days, it can be hard to remember for some of our neighbors, the end of the school year means an even harder time keeping food on the table. Will you check out the important message below and help us ensure all kids can have a happy, healthy summer? Fight Childhood Hunger This Summer please share it helps!     Not many people realize that, for many kids, summer vacation can mean going hungry. According to the USDA, nearly 17 million children in the U.S. suffer from food insecurity - that's more than 1 in 5 kids in your community and across the country who may struggle to thrive and fall behind in school because they don't have enough to eat. Summer vacation should be a fun time for kids to relax and play, but for kids who rely on free and reduced-price meals it can mean three months without stable, nutritious meals. That means they may not have the energy to do what kids should do over the summer - play with their friends, have fun and just... be kids. Right now it's far too easy to forget about kids who struggle with hunger during the summer. We can't let it stay that way! Please, help us spread the word about summer hunger, and join the movement to keep all kids full of healthy, nutritious food - no matter what the time of year! Thank you for taking action, Ellen B. Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team

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