Twenty-Five More Important Issues than Getting 100 Likes on Your Selfie

1. Mass Shootings and Violence- The U.S. has had more mass shootings than any other country in the world. This violence needs to end.
2. The Bees Are Dying- Bees are dropping dead at alarming rates. If bees go extinct, honey won’t be the only thing missing from our grocery stores.
3. Climate Change- Maybe it’s real, maybe it’s not. Try explaining that to the polar bears.
4. Racism- The color of someones skin does not define their personality or the way they should be treated. They are people too.
5. SeaWorld- Killer whales belong in the ocean, not in a tiny swimming pool. The effects captivity has on the whales is not only physical, but psychological and emotional.
6. Gender Wage Gap- The U.S. women’s soccer team made $20 million more in revenue than the men’s team last year, however the women were paid only a quarter of what the men made. Professional soccer is not the only place where women are paid less than men.
7. Dissatisfaction with Our Government- This was ranked the number one issue with Americans. Go do something about it and start using your Instagram for good!
8. Rape Culture- Brock Turner, need I say more?
9. Obesity- Burger King just released Mac’N’Cheese Bites crusted in deep fried Cheetos. This needs to stop.
10. Feminism- If you think oppression in America is bad, check out the treatment of women in the Middle East.
11. Body Shaming- Social media is directly responsible for the increase in body shaming.
12. Equality- Regardless of your gender, race, or sexual orientation people are people and they should be treated equally.
13. America’s Legal System- A person can get more jail time for smoking weed than for committing rape. That is not okay.
14. Hunger- Hunger is not just a problem in third world countries, it’s happening in our own backyards.
15. Mental Health Awareness- Suicide is the third leading cause of death in young adults.
16. Over fishing- Say goodbye to spicy tuna rolls.
17. “Brexit”- This may not directly affect you, but Brittian deciding to leave is major event in history.
18. Immigration Laws- Donald Trump may want to build a wall, but the truth is immigrants help shape our country into the place it is today.
19. Zika Virus- Not only is this affecting women in other countries, but its also affecting the Olympics, travelers, and many more.
20. Malnutrition in Urban Areas- You can find more McDonald’s than health food stores.
21. Hazardous Zoo Enclosures- When are we going to stop being shocked when wild animals attack people after being trapped in captivity.
22. Gun Control- It’s a matter of safety.
23. Education in Inner Cities- A reform needs to happen.
24. Water Crisis- The drought in California is affecting thousands of people.
25. Living More in the Real World- Its time to put your phone down and start taking mental pictures.