Should Democrats Destroy the Filibuster? The Reality of Scrapping the Senate Filibuster - TLDR News

Should Democrats Destroy the Filibuster? The Reality of Scrapping the Senate Filibuster - TLDR News

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The video discusses the filibuster, a Senate rule requiring a supermajority to pass most legislation. It explores its history, including its creation in 1917 and its use to block civil rights legislation. The video highlights recent trends, such as the rise in cloture motions, and debates on reforming or removing the filibuster. Proposals include returning to the traditional talking filibuster and adjusting cloture vote requirements. The filibuster's impact on democracy, both as a protector of minority rights and a barrier to legislation, is examined.

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