Politics

Why the Filibuster Had to Go

Good Riddance

Republicans will spin the nuclear option as a power grab, but they started this fight.

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After a year of provocation, Harry Reid has finally pulled the trigger on the nuclear option. Earlier this afternoon, the Senate leader called a vote on whether a judicial nominee could be confirmed with a simple majority.

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