1. Eliminate a filibuster on the "motion to proceed."
2. Require those who wish to filibuster to stand up and speak for the duration.
3 Eliminate anonymous holds that allow a senator to prevent a vote on presidential appointments.
4. Fifty one votes should pass any legislation.
3. Fifty one votes should pass any legislation.
Why is this important?
The Founding Fathers discussed the idea of a Super Majority to pass a law and rejected it. The filibuster was meant to give voice to the minority, not to allow tyrannical minority rule.
