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In reply to the discussion: The Senate filibuster could end today using a rare timing. [View all]drm604
(16,230 posts)5. Regarding the concerns about what happens should the Republicans gain a majority.
Given the current Republican mindset, if they gain the majority they'll make this rule change anyway, regardless of whether or not we make it now.
By not making the change now, we'll handicap ourselves while leaving them open to make the change should they gain power, and being handicapped now makes it more likely that they will gain power.
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Regarding the concerns about what happens should the Republicans gain a majority.
drm604
Jan 2013
#5
"Democrats are instead considering only a few half-measures." - Is Reid going to repeat his error
PoliticAverse
Jan 2013
#6
Like the case of Boehner in the House if you can't get sufficient votes for a bill you support
PoliticAverse
Jan 2013
#16
'No filibuster' isn't being discussed. The most radical proposal is to return to the talking one. nt
PoliticAverse
Jan 2013
#20
I will be on the horn when phone lines open this morning. This MUST get done. nt
silvershadow
Jan 2013
#23
I will lose all respect for Sen. Reid if he doesn't take this opportunity.
Comrade_McKenzie
Jan 2013
#24
If they don't change it, it will signal tha the Dems are still timid and weak.
Kablooie
Jan 2013
#38