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Fetterman Backtracks on Filibuster | Salt Lake City News
Senator John Fetterman, who once championed ending the Senate filibuster, now admits it was a mistake — fearing it would let the majority party ram through laws unchecked, especially with razor-thin partisan margins. While eliminating the 60-vote threshold might seem appealing, history shows power shifts and chaotic policy reversals could follow, undermining stability. The filibuster, though frustrating, forces compromise and thoughtful governance, preventing extreme swings based on temporary majorities. Critics argue the other party will eventually do the same, but history suggests…
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