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by Jumping Frog
Thu Apr 11, 2013 6:18 pm
Forum: Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
Topic: 16 Republicans vote to advance Gun Control bill, all B+ & Up
Replies: 43
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Re: 16 Republicans vote to advance Gun Control bill, all B+

atticus wrote: I anticipate they will run for cover when the final bill comes up for vote, saying that they voted against it. But the vote that counts was today's vote. And everyone knows it.
I disagree. The vote that counts is the vote that makes it law.
by Jumping Frog
Thu Apr 11, 2013 12:57 pm
Forum: Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
Topic: 16 Republicans vote to advance Gun Control bill, all B+ & Up
Replies: 43
Views: 3847

Re: 16 Republicans vote to advance Gun Control bill, all B+

chasfm11 wrote:1. Doesn't it now take a simple majority to pass the bill on the floor?
No, I believe you are still looking at 60 votes for cloture to close the debate.

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