In reality, how many votes does it take in the Senate to pass important legislation?
a. 51.
b. A majority of those present and voting.
c. 60, for cloture to end a filibuster to be able to vote on the issue.
d. A constitutional plurality of the Senate.
e. the unanimous vote of members of one party.
c
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A) presidential war powers B) the income tax C) segregation by race in the public schools D) prohibition of the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages E) taxes on churches
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