Thread by @MikeLevin

Some quick thoughts on how Senate Republicans just used the filibuster to block a discussion and debate on a major voting rights bill known as the For the People Act. 1/5

Let's be clear: This was not a vote on the bill itself. The Republicans in the United States Senate have decided that they don't even want to allow a discussion or debate on how best to protect the right of all Americans to vote, and I think we all know why. 2/5

This much-needed legislation would strengthen voting rights by establishing automatic voter registration, expanding early voting, improving the campaign finance system, and ending partisan gerrymandering. 3/5

These reforms are broadly popular. 67% of Americans support the For the People Act -- even after being given the GOP's oppositional message. Even 56% of Republicans agree with it. There is no excuse for the continued obstruction of this legislation. 4/5

Here's the truth: the Republican Party saw unprecedented turnout against them in November, and made the decision that they would rather silence the American people than stand on the merit of their own ideas to win elections. It's un-American, shameful, and must be stopped. END