The day has come for Democrats to regret ‘nuking’ the filibuster on judicial nominees.
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Slipping The ‘Blue Slip’ Noose
Tag Archives: Filibustering
The House’s Hidden Senate Agenda
A battle is underway for the soul of the U.S. Senate, and conservative House Republicans are on the front lines.
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On Further Review, The Rule Is Overturned
In a political version of instant replay, Congress can review whether rule-makers stepped out of bounds.
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Can The Senate Conduct A Limited Nuclear War?
Harry Reid hopes he can use the “nuclear option” in a limited way. Nobody has ever wanted to test that idea until now.
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Post-Nuclear Regrets
A decision to “go nuclear” haunts Senate Democrats, who must fight a Supreme Court confirmation battle without any weapons.
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