As a candidate for Senate, I think it's important to be blunt. Some candidates like to hide behind poll-tested phrases. Others jump on board a cause only when it's safe to do so.
I have a different philosophy.
It's why on marriage equality I haven't minced words, and why I supported a public option long before most Democrats dared to say the words. And it's why I'm here today, to talk about the urgent need for filibuster reform.
I had the honor of attending Netroots Nation this year and I met so many of you. I heard a lot about filibuster reform and had a few people ask where I stand.
Let me be crystal clear: should I be so fortunate as to be elected, on day one in the Senate, I will join the fight to amend the Senate rules and fix our broken filibuster system. I will vote in favor of Senator Udall's proposed motion to consider the rules of the Senate, I will vote in favor of common-sense and fair filibuster reform, and I will work day and night to bring as many of my colleagues on board as possible.
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