The government is meant to work for the citizens of the U.S. However, it is now a rare occurrence that the government listens to the people it represents. We are no longer represented by a government "of the people, by the people, and for the people." These petitions are a voice rarely heard, in a time where it is needed most; our opinions are humored. Listen to the people speak:
Allow each successful petition (garnering 100,000 signatures or more) to become a nationwide vote, so the majority population may decide - not only have the petition acknowledged by the White House. Give power back to the people.