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Van Jones: I would rather trade in the filibuster and rely on our ability to veto if we can have fair elections.

On the recordJune 2, 2021
I would rather trade in the filibuster and rely on our ability to veto if we can have fair elections.
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Van Jones

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Van Jones suggests that Democrats should consider abolishing the filibuster to ensure fair elections.

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