Given the intense polarization of the Senate, both parties have resorted to using the process of reconciliation to achieve
Given the intense polarization of the Senate, both parties have resorted to using the process of reconciliation to achieve at least some of their goals. This allows the majority party to pass a bill in the Senate without fear of a filibuster. With a 51/49 Senate, this has resulted in an interesting power dynamic, especially for any Senator willing to buck their party leadership. If you were a Senator, would you be likely to use this leverage, or should Senators follow their party?
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