For the positive perspective: even if it fails then many who signed may wonder why. Also it's a good way to exercise constitutional rights. More people may look into the issue deeper etc. For the time cost of a post, someone can clearly tell their elected representatives what they want. It's an action with positive effects, even if it fails in my opinion.
Good sentiment, but petitions do fuck all
For the positive perspective: even if it fails then many who signed may wonder why. Also it's a good way to exercise constitutional rights. More people may look into the issue deeper etc. For the time cost of a post, someone can clearly tell their elected representatives what they want. It's an action with positive effects, even if it fails in my opinion.