2. To claim that the proper denominator is 435, even if there are vacancies, is simply wrong. This is not a discharge petition. There were 431 members at the time, so a quorum was 216.
Feb 14 • 16 tweets • 5 min read
The previous question "is an ingenious method [...] but its technical name does little to elucidate its operation", so here's a 🧵 to consolidate everything there is to know about defeating the PQ.
TL;DR: This is the best method by which a majority can bring up the supplemental.
1. In the modern House of Representatives, the previous question is the motion used to bring the House to a vote on something without further debate and amendment.
