Opinion: I will not vote to eliminate or weaken the filibuster
By Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV)

"When Americans vote to send their two senators to Washington, they trust that they will work to represent the interests of their state on equal footing with 98 other senators. I have always said, “If I can’t go home and explain it, I can’t vote for it.” And I respect that each of my colleagues has the same responsibility to their constituents.

NEW on Gridlock Break
The No Labels Podcast

In this episode, we hear from Dr. Mark Zandi, chief economist of Moody’s Analytics, where he directs economic research. He is also the lead director of Reinvestment Fund, one of the nation’s largest community development financial institutions, which makes investments in underserved communities. He discusses the rising risk of inflation and upcoming spending bills.

Can the New Congress Find Common Ground on Gun Safety?
By Julia Baumel, The New Center

All or nothing policies miss the target on gun safety. The key to effective legislation is finding a policy proposal that works and stands a chance of passing. That means understanding what’s essential to preserve law-abiding gun owners’ rights while addressing broader public safety goals. The New Center surveyed the whole landscape of gun safety ideas and identified 3 that are popular and that could actually reduce gun violence: No Gun Under 21, Universal Background Checks, and Red Flag laws.