"While the deal was a win for President Obama and the Democrats, it fell short of the type of permanent change that some in the Senate have sought in the rules, which will still require 60 votes to break a filibuster. Though the agreement provided a rare burst of good will, its power to reduce Capitol Hill gridlock or partisan fighting appeared limited. The pact does not prevent Republicans from blocking future nominations or legislation or Democrats from threatening rules changes....
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Does it really matter who Obama nominates anymore?
Related: The Return of Congress
I wish they would all just go home for good, including the president. Washington has become a cancer upon America.
