This is not the first time our representatives have asked the people directly what issues they want addressed on Capital Hill. Each time the people have responded openly and honestly; only to watch their elected officials cherry pick from the list created; often leaving the issues that the American people collectively decided most need looking into untouched. Sometimes adding insult to injury with a little joke at the expense of those who felt the issues ignored were important.
By signing this petition you agree that the first issue to reach 5,000 votes in this system should receive the full attention of congress and serious consideration of it's benefits and consequences if enacted.
The 'Will of the People" is not a joke, it is the ultimate source of the government's legitimacy.