Don't take this personally, it's a general comment.
Does anyone really think the White House seriously considers any of the petitions or that it has any effect on policy decisions?
It's more like opium for the masses to assuage their concerns and make them think the government actually cares about their opinion.
I don't know if the White House seriously considers any the petitions or not. What I do know is we can't stand by and do nothing. Old saying the squeaky wheel gets the grease. The miss informed and anti gunners are squeaking very loud right now!