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Ed Markey: I think we'll reach a point where reconciliation and repeal of the filibuster is on the table and it will be the doing…

On the recordJune 8, 2021
I think we'll reach a point where reconciliation and repeal of the filibuster is on the table and it will be the doing of the Republican Party.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Ed Markey suggests that the Republican Party's actions may lead to the consideration of reconciliation and filibuster repeal.

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