Commentary

Statement by American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten on Senate Rules Reform

WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—November 21, 2013. Today’s action by Senate Democrats is a last resort to help our government function. Between filibusters, government shutdowns and holding presidential nominations hostage, the GOP has been determined since President Obama’s election and re-election to stymie his ability to govern. The president should have the right to name appointees to help him lead the nation and the right to fill court vacancies. Republicans have blocked far more judicial and political nominees in…

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