Filibuster Fight Will Shape GOP’s Future

By Mark Preston
Roll Call Staff

May 23, 2005, 12 a.m.

The Congressional fight to eliminate judicial filibusters will have a direct effect on the long-term success of the Republican Party as well as the future aspirations of GOP Senators considering running for president, social conservative leaders warn.

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Schumer Advocates for Many on Panel

Nov. 16, 12 a.m.

As Senate Majority Leader, Lyndon Johnson once said of the Joint Economic Committee, “It’s as useless as tits on a bull.” But as that panel’s chairman during the 110th Congress, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) seized the opportunity to elevate the traditionally low-profile post to the forefront of shaping policy. Read Full Article