The Tool Boehner Used To Manage Congressional Dysfunction

Law360, New York (October 24, 2014, 12:50 PM EDT) -- Few can dispute the dysfunction of recent Congresses. The 112th Congress proved the least productive in modern history as measured by laws passed. The dramatic federal government funding standoff in the 113th Congress culminated in a 16-day shutdown that drove congressional approval to its lowest level ever. Congress' dysfunction manifested itself in inaction on major policy priorities and also in gridlock on issues normally treated as noncontroversial. Yet despite these failures, a close look at recent Congresses demonstrates the remarkable ability of the institution to adapt and address internal challenges....

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