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Originally Posted by Elphaba
Is it safe to say that we are in agreement that the filibuster has been in use by both parties for a long period of time?
What is your opinion on whether it remains a useful procedural tool of the minority party?
Should the filibuster be defended to the extent that Reid threatens, a shutdown of congressional business?
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in order to prevent extremists from either side in such a position of power? absolutely.
One needs to ask some questions about why it is that these 7 particular nominees are being 'demanded' to be given an up or down vote (knowing that they'll be confirmed along party lines anyway) and what it is they will be able to decide on in the coming years in their positions.
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