We urge you to change Senate rules to end filibusters during the 113th Congress so actions, such as passing bills and approving nominees, can be performed with a simple majority.
Why is this important?
The Senate's Democratic majority can and should change the rules on the first day of the 113th Congress to ban filibusters for the duration of the 113th Congress.
The Republicans have turned the Senate into a dysfunctional minority-ruled body by routine use of filibusters. A democracy cannot function under continued and arbitrary minority rule.
The Democratic majority of the Senate needs to act to prevent another minority-ruled Senate session.
The rule change should apply for only the 113th Congress. While conservatives are the traditional users of filibusters, progressives may find it necessary to use the filibuster in the future.
