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Tidbits: Gibson’s girlfriend believes he’ll be faithful

The fact that actor-director Mel Gibson romanced and even fathered a child with Oksana Grigorieva while still officially married to the mother of his seven other children fails to raise any red flags for his gal pal. It seems Grigorieva is so secure in her relationship with Gibson, she believes female admirers couldn’t even catch his eye.

Wolffish doesn't need federal protection

A deep-water fish that's known as much for its ugly mug as its ability to gobble up whole urchins and crabs in a few swift chomps won't be getting federal protection after all.

Group wants 83 coral species listed as endangered

Environmental activists are petitioning the federal government to put 83 coral species on the endangered species list.

Fans submit petition in support of Bobby Valentine

Fans supporting Bobby Valentine submitted a petition with more than 100,000 signatures to the head office of the Chiba Lotte Marines on Monday in a bid to keep the American on as manager beyond the 2009 Japanese baseball season.

Online drive opposes parole for guitarist's killer

A heavy-metal band has turned to an online audience to fight the parole of the man who killed one of its guitarists in 1988, the latest use of Internet petitions to attempt to influence parole boards.

Group seeks protection for ugly New England fish

A ferocious-looking denizen of the deep that can gobble up whole urchins and crabs in a few swift chomps needs protection, according to a petition filed with the federal government.

Petition calls for Rove to be held in contempt

Bush administration critics hand-delivered a petition to a Democratic lawmaker Tuesday containing more than 127,000 signatures calling for former White House adviser Karl Rove to be held in contempt of Congress and jailed.

Women Sign 'We Had Abortions' Petition

At a pivotal time in the abortion debate, Ms. magazine is releasing its fall issue next week with a cover story titled "We Had Abortions," accompanied by the names of thousands of women nationwide who signed a petition making that declaration.

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Teen Sex Magazine to Stay on Shelves at Iowa Library
Source: FOXNews.com

A teen sex magazine will stay on the shelves at the Ames Public Library despite a petition signed by more than 100 parents objecting to the publication.

Stop the Calderon Dolphin Slaughter in Denmark
Source: The Petition Site

Please join me in condemning this brutal, horrific activity in the Faroes. The link is to an online petition.

End Abuse at Utah State Prison - The Petition Site
Source: thepetitionsite.com

It has recently been brought to our attention that inmates are suffering extreme abuse at the hands of corrections officers in Uinta Unit inside Utah State Prison in Draper, UT.

Petition to punish Joe Lieberman for Filibuster Swells to 125,00 Names Quickly

Democrats of all stripes have begun to express anger at Joe Lieberman's repeated threats to join Republicans to filibuster health care reform legislation. HISTORY

Ref. 71 & The Petition Signers
Source: kittysneezes.com

One of the side-channel situations with R-71 is a campaign about releasing the signatures of those who signed the original petition to get it on the ballot.

Wealthy Germans launch petition for higher taxes
Source: thelocal.de

Some rich Germans have launched a web petition to call for the resumption of a wealth tax to help the country bounce back from an economic crisis, because, as one said, he had "a lot of money I do not need."

Alwayswriteagain: Wiesenthal Center Leads Fight Against 'Goldstone Report'
Source: Simon Wiesenthal Center Petition

Although I'm based in the U.K., I've joined the the Simon Wiesenthal (Holocaust) Center in urging the United States to publicly and definitively denounce the so-called "Goldstone Report" for its unfair and untruthful attacks against Israel's defensive action in Gaza.

support Discharge Petition for House Resolution 554 - (72 hrs for us to READ legislation before it is voted on)
Source:

House Resolution 554 would amend the House Rules to require that ALL non-emergency legislation be posted on the Internet for 72 hours before it could be considered on the House floor.

Potter star's film secures release after fan pressure
Source: Independent.co.uk

To Harry Potter fans, he is the flame-haired best friend of the boy-wizard who has attracted an army of fans and dedicated websites.

Read The Bill: House Resolution 554

Is it really too much to ask our Congress to read the bills they pass? The ones enacted as the laws of the land for you and me to live by and pay for?

Sheriff launches petition drive to execute prisoner
Source: ABC Action News

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is circulating a petition over the internet to convince the Governor to sign a death warrant in a 28-year-old murder case.

Obama did not order Van Jones' resignation, adviser says
Source: CNN

"His extremist views and coarse rhetoric have no place in this administration." said the chairman of the House Republican Conference, Rep. Mike Pence of Indiana,

Supreme Court Petition
Source: supremecourtpetition.us

Please accept this letter as an exercise of our 1st Amendment right to petition the Government for redress of Grievances.

Texas tenthers plan pro-secession rally tomorrow.
Source: Think Progress

A march on the Texas Capitol will be held by an organization calling itself the "Texas Nationalist Movement". The goal is to deliver a petition demanding their Sovereignty or they will be forced to call a vote for Sucession.

Support H.R.2254 Agent Orange Equity Act of 2009

There is a petition I started that is meant to show Congress our support for the Agent Orange Equity Act of 2009, HR2254, that was presented to the House Committee. It will, presumably, hit the floor for a vote in September.

Chinese lesbians petition for right to donate blood
Source: Yahoo! Health

Chinese lesbians are signing onto an online petition asking for the right to donate blood, which is denied them by a society worried about AIDS, state media said Tuesday.

Call Out Harry Reid (202 224 3542)
Source: Jack and Jill Politics

"We need to call his office (202 224 3542) repeatedly to demand that they get a bill done and voted on by the August recess or they should forfeit their vacations because they have an obligation to Americans across this country to get it done."

Show your support for a peaceful solution to the Kurdish issue in Turkey - Sign and send the following letter to your US Senators and /or Congressmen-congresswomen.
Source: Kurdish Aspect

Considering the developments in the last two decades in Turkey vis-à-vis the Kurdish issue, and the wise policies of the Democratic Society Party (DTP) to find a political solution to resolve the Kurdish issue peacefully, we urge you to encourage Turkish authorities to employ a  …

Women May Pose the Deepest Threat to Iran's Regime
Source: The Washington Post

Women in sunglasses and headscarves, speaking through megaphones, brandishing cameras, carrying signs: When they first appeared, the photographs of the 2005 Tehran University women's rights protests were a powerful reminder of the true potential of Iranian women.

Take Action | American Solutions
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Stop Cap and trade and the Democrats efforts to raise energy taxes! sign this petition!

WeThePeople Foundation Files Capstone Petition for Redress

The following is drawn directly from the "WeThePeople Foundation" website. I provide here only a few of the many salient paragraphs, so I encourage all concerned citizens to read the full Argument. (Citations omitted herein).

Will a phone number be considered in the legalization of Marijuana?

My Sister recently told me about a phone number that acts as a petition for the legalization of marijuana. According to the answering service, if they receive one million votes, President Obama will consider legalizing marijuana.

Barrington council won't petition for reval deferment
Source: eastbayri.com

After hours of testimony from residents offering reasons as to why the current property revaluation should not be accepted, the Barrington Town Council decided to do just the opposite.

GOP: Playing Politics with Swine Flu Pandemic
Source: SEIU

Despite being nominated nearly two months ago, the confirmation of Gov. Kathleen Sebelius for HHS Secretary has been blocked by Republican Senators seeking to curry favor with extremist outside groups. This is simply unacceptable.

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