The filibuster is not codified in the constitution and the parliamentarian has only the power to advise. To allow either of them to stand between the people of the US and a thriving, sustainable future is both irresponsible and spineless. @POTUS
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What happens when the politicians get full power to do whatever they want?
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We have a Constitution with plenty of checks and balances. The filibuster wasn’t even introduced until 1806 and even then for racist purposes. It should not be treated as a sacred check on unfettered power.
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What will republicans do if/when they take back the Senate? Why aren’t more people afraid of that?
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Replying to @ispeelmiph
We should be afraid of it, which is why we should get rid of the filibuster. If the Democrats don’t get rid of it they won’t be able to do the things more likely to guarantee them holding onto the House and Senate.

Jun 3, 2021 · 2:38 PM UTC

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Replying to @marwilliamson @ispeelmiph
So, instead of bipartisanship and moderation, we are now just ramming bills through across party lines? Who will you yell at when the Republicans win control again? Use your context clues.
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