From a constituent in Winfield, ILRatify Equal Rights Amendment to uphold gender equality
The path to ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) has been long and arduous, spanning over a century since its initial proposal in 1923. Despite meeting the constitutional requirements for ratification by securing approval from three-fourths of state legislatures, the ERA remains in legal limbo
From a verified voter in Elgin, ILTrump's horrendous cabinet position picks are dangerously unqualified. People with serious sexual assault accusations and criminal investigations should NEVER be in positions of power. I hope and pray that clear thinking Democrats and even Republicans will oppose Hegeth's, Gabbard's, and McMahon's c
From a verified voter in Champaign, ILReject discriminatory legislation against transgender individuals
This legislation would prohibit individuals from accessing single-sex facilities on federal property that do not correspond to their biological sex assigned at birth. Such a measure would discriminate against transgender and non-binary individuals, denying them the ability to use restrooms and other
From a constituent in Chicago, ILLet’s make America compassionate again—starting with our furry friends!
Petition Title: TRUMPETS - “The Request for Ultimate Making of Pets Extraordinary Tenants of the Shelter” Petition Summary: We, the undersigned, call on Donald J. Trump and his administration to adopt every animal currently residing in Springfield, Ohio’s animal shelters and house them in the White
From a verified voter in Princeton, ILMove to curb corporate greed.
If the message of the election results is “it’s the economy, stupid,” then I urge you to take meaningful steps to help working Americans by addressing the glaring problem of corporate greed. • Push to outlaw stock buybacks • Demand a significant increase in the capital gains tax • Support legi
From a constituent in Chicago, ILVote NO on HR9495
The proposed legislation threatens fundamental rights by imposing excessive governmental oversight and regulation on civil society organizations and non-profit groups. This infringes upon constitutionally protected freedoms of speech, association, and assembly that are vital to a robust democracy. I
From a verified voter in Chicago, ILReject Bill Undermining Nonprofits' Freedom to Operate
The proposed H.R. 9495 bill poses a grave threat to free speech and the ability of non-profit organizations to operate freely. This bill would grant the Treasury Secretary sweeping powers to effectively shut down any non-profit entity, including news outlets, religious institutions, universities, an
From a constituent in Evanston, ILDuckworth
H.R. 9495, the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act, must not be passed by the Senate. This dangerous legislation grants the Treasury Secretary unilateral power to investigate and effectively shut down any tax-exempt organization, including news outlets, universities, and
From a verified voter in Chicago, ILTo all my reps in congress, but really just to you Mr Durbin. I’m incredibly disappointed that you would misunderstand what’s still happening to Israel to the point that you would deny them the funding and weapons needed to continue to defend themselves from all sevens fronts from which they are be
From a verified voter in Chicago, ILReject clearly unqualified cabinet picks
I am writing to you about the Cabinet picks being forwarded by the president-elect. I hope you realize that these are not acceptable. I will be extremely angry if Democrats spent the last six months telling us this election was our last bulwark against fascism and then cave a month later. A white su
From a constituent in Schaumburg, ILVOTE NO ON HR 9495!
Vote no on HR-9495! You cannot allow Trump unchecked power to shut down non-profits!
From a constituent in Naperville, ILDefeat Mace's hateful bathroom bill
I need you to do everything you can to defeat Nancy Mace's hateful bill to ban transgender people from using the bathroom of their choice. We must not l et hate lead the way.
From a verified voter in Park Ridge, ILConfirm Biden's judges
Please work overtime to confirm federal judgeship nominees while you Democrats have a Senate majority. Lifetime appointments like Aileen Cannon must be m inimized.
From a verified voter in Chicago, ILReject unqualified nominee McMahon for Secretary of Education
The nomination of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education is deeply concerning for the future of public education in America. McMahon lacks relevant experience and her ties to the wrestling entertainment industry raise doubts about her ability to effectively lead the Department of Education. Further
From a verified voter in Skokie, ILI am writing to ask, urge, insist, and demand that you vote yes on releasing The House Ethics Committee’s report on Matt Gaetz. Great Thanks.
From a constituent in Lombard, ILVote NO on H.R. 9495
Please vote NO on H.R. 9495. Important nonprofit organizations are at risk because of this bill. They will be at an even greater at risk under the coming Trump administration should this bill pass. Please vote no!
From a constituent in Chicago, ILI urge you to oppose H.R. 9495, the so-called "Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act." This dangerous bill would give the Secretary of Treasury broad and easily abused new powers to strip U.S. nonprofits of their tax-exempt status without due process. Nonprofits would not
From a verified voter in Elmhurst, ILBlock US arms sale to Israel! US law bans military assistance to countries that block Washington-backed humanitarian aid. There is no longer any doubt that Israel is violating international and US law. The Biden administration has failed to hold Israel accountable for blocking humanitarian aid to Ga
From a constituent in Melrose Park, ILVote NO on H.R. 9495
I want my Congressmembers to oppose H.R. 9495, The Stop Terror Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act. This bill would give the secretary of the Treasury the unilateral power to revoke a nonprofit's tax-exempt status and it would be horribly abused by the Trump Administration. Please C
From a constituent in Collinsville, ILProtect Due Process, Reject Unilateral Treasury Powers on Non-Profits
This proposed legislation, H.R. 9495, raises significant concerns about due process and First Amendment rights. Granting the Treasury Department unilateral authority to designate non-profit organizations as "terrorist supporting" and strip their tax-exempt status without proper oversight or justific
From a constituent in Chicago, ILFBI background checks for all Trump Cabinet nominees
Please push for FBI background checks for all Trump Cabinet nominees. Trump won by one of the smallest margins in history and does not deserve to destroy our government.
From a constituent in Bloomington, ILOppose arms sale enabling Israeli oppression of Palestinians
The United States' military aid to Israel has enabled and sustained the illegal occupation of Palestinian territories, human rights abuses against civilians, and violation of international law. This most recent proposed arms sale of over 32,000 tank ammunition rounds will only further entrench the o
From a verified voter in Vernon Hills, ILBackground Checks on Trump’s Cabinet Picks
I believe that half the nation is terrified to think about what’s coming next for our country, and the other half just hasn’t realized how bad this could get. One of the many things that is concerning is the fact that the in-coming administration is reportedly forgoing background checks on its cabin
From a verified voter in Villa Park, ILVote NO on HR 9495
Hi, my name is Melissa and I’m writing to urge you to vote 'no' on H.R. 9495 this week. I oppose the legislation because it's undemocratic to allow the Treasury secretary to strip nonprofit organizations of their tax-exempt status without due process. This bill aims to stifle dissent and free speech
From a verified voter in Medinah, ILStop funding Genocide in Gaza
Please stop sending weapons to Israel. Too many innocent people have died. Please read this story: "We met a Palestinian family today who were evacuate d from Gaza to Chicago for their two children, Jehad and Jana, for medical treatment. We were hosted by our good friend Saif at his home where we
From a verified voter in Elmhurst, ILVOTE NO ON HR 9495
The Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act (H.R. 9495) poses a grave threat to the fundamental democratic principle of free speech and dissent. This bill would grant the Secretary of Treasury unchecked authority to investigate and unilaterally strip tax-exempt status from a
From a constituent in Rock Island, ILReject Gaetz for AG over unresolved ethical issues
It would be highly concerning for Matt Gaetz to be confirmed as Attorney General given the ongoing investigations and ethical questions surrounding his conduct. As someone who has come under scrutiny from the Department of Justice for potential sex crimes, including soliciting a minor, having Gaetz
From a constituent in Darien, ILUS Congress Should Help the US People, Not Send Money Overseas
End funding to Israel now. Take that money and use it for disaster relief in the USA. 🇺🇸 Our congress should focus on helping Americans. No More Money for Israel’s crimes. Free Palestine 🇵🇸 GTFO of Lebanon 🇱🇧
From a constituent in Chicago, ILMatt Gaetz and judiciary appointments
I’m in strong opposition to Matt Gaetz’s confirmation as Attorney G eneral. Gaetz has zero qualifications for being the highest law enforcement official in the land. He has never been a government attorney. He has never been a judge. He is also under investigation by the House Ethics Committee in co
From a verified voter in Hoffman Estates, ILPlease read the Open Letter to Sen Durbin at the Mueller She Wrote blog.
As an Illinois resident and constituent, I’d like to call your attention to an open letter to you from Allison Gill, host of the “Mueller She Wrote” podcast. In it, she urges you to hold a hearing with Special Counsel Jack Smith to testify about his findings in the Trump investigations. After he res
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