As Republicans Block Voting Rights Again, Dems' Timidity on Filibuster is Back Under Scrutiny - Progressive Hub

By Jessica Corbett, Common Dreams

After GOP Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas blocked a trio of bills on voting rights, gerrymandering, and campaign finance disclosure early Wednesday, progressives called on congressional Democrats and President Joe Biden to share their plans to protect U.S. democracy.

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