Petition

Definition

Petitioning refers to the act of making formal requests, appeals, or demands to the government regarding grievances or issues of concern. It is protected by the First Amendment as a means for citizens to seek redress from their government.

Related terms

Redress: Seeking remedy or resolution for a grievance through legal means.

Citizen Participation: Active involvement of citizens in political processes, such as voting, protesting, petitioning, etc., to influence decision-making.

Government Responsiveness: The degree to which government officials address citizen concerns and take action based on petitions and other forms of public input.