Democrats Push to Pass Voting Rights Legislation Again

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by Chuck Schumer in passing two major voting legislations, highlighting the difficulties in securing enough votes due to opposition from key senators. It also explores potential changes to the filibuster and other legislative priorities such as the Build Back Better plan, government funding, and the upcoming midterms. The discussion includes the possibility of passing individual policies from the Build Back Better plan and the strategic importance of these legislative efforts for the Democrats as they approach the midterm elections.

What are the two major pieces of legislation that are being discussed?

What challenges does Chuck Schumer face in getting the voting rights legislation passed?

What is the significance of the filibuster in the context of the current voting rights debate?

What are some potential alternatives to altering the filibuster that have been discussed?

How might the upcoming state of the Union address impact the discussions on voting rights and other legislation?