Eliminating the filibuster, a Senate procedural tactic that permits a minority to stall legislation until a supermajority vote, would facilitate the passage of legislation pertaining to abortion rights.
On “Wisconsin Today,” Harris stated, “I believe the filibuster for Roe should be eliminated.” “And bring us to the point where 51 votes would be required in order to genuinely reinstate the protections for reproductive freedom and the right of each individual, including women, to make decisions about their own bodies without interference.”
The vice president’s comments caught the attention of independent senator from West Virginia Joe Manchin, who is a fervent proponent of the filibuster, during her fourth campaign visit to the battleground state. The former Democrat changed his mind after hearing Harris’ remarks on Tuesday, even though he had already stated earlier in the month that he would support her.
Manchin said, “Shame on her,” in the Capitol, according to news. She is aware that the filibuster is democracy’s holy grail. It is the only thing that sustains our communication and collaboration. This would be the House on steroids if she gets rid of that.
