Abstract
The distinguishing feature of the modern U.S. Senate is the ability of any senator to block legislation and nominations, forcing the rest of the chamber to limit debate using a slow process that requires a 60-vote supermajority. This article explains the development of this new and powerful veto in the legislative process, its use as a minority party veto, and then reviews options for restoring the balance between governance and deliberation.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Article number | 10 |
| Journal | Forum |
| Volume | 9 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Dec 1 2011 |
Keywords
- Filibuster
- Senate
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Sociology and Political Science
- Social Sciences(all)
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Koger, G. (2011). The past and future of the supermajority senate. Forum, 9(4), [10]. https://doi.org/10.2202/1540-8884.1486