Wow 100 signatures came fast! Thank you to everyone who has signed — whether recently or back when this petition was first launched. If you signed years ago, you may notice the petition’s focus has grown. Here’s why:

When this petition began, the goal was to push for 1‑Up Lounge to become a 21+ establishment due to concerns about minors in a bar environment. At that time, the larger allegations weren’t as clear or corroborated.

Now, in 2025, we have a much fuller picture:

• Three major Reddit threads (2022, 2024, and July 2025), all archived and verified by moderators, contain dozens of independent testimonies from former employees and patrons.
  
  
• Former employees have also left comments directly on this petition — their stories align with what’s being shared on Reddit.
  
  
• The Reddit threads have seen story after story flood in: harassment, intimidation, wage theft, and toxic treatment of staff.
  
  
• On June 26, 2025, 1‑Up’s own Instagram admitted to a liquor license violation, further confirming a pattern of disregard for compliance.  

Addressing Concerns Raised Online
Some have asked: “What power does a petition really have?” It’s true — a petition alone doesn’t shut down a business. But it does:

Raise awareness so people looking up the business see a public record of concerns.

Encourage victims to step forward — many have already found the courage to tell their stories because they know they aren’t alone.

Attract media and regulatory attention — when communities speak loudly enough, agencies and journalists listen.

What You Can Do Next
Keep sharing the petition — we’re already past 100 signatures, and every new voice adds weight!

If you’ve been affected, add your testimony:

Don't patronize 1-Up Lounge, Cardhaven, or their affiliates!

Post in the archived Reddit threads!

Or email safely at 1upjustice@proton.me !

If you have good reason, file a formal complaint with WA Labor & Industries or the Liquor & Cannabis Board!

This is no longer just about video games. It’s about protecting workers, holding owners accountable, and ensuring our community isn’t forced to tolerate misconduct. Thank you for standing with Bellingham!