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> Is this something that congress could (technically, not politically) fix themselves, or do they really depend on a nomination from the executive branch? You

> Is this something that congress could (technically, not politically) fix themselves, or do they really depend on a nomination from the executive branch? You could have any vacancy for more than X-days be filled by the minority party. (i mean even nominating an acting member -- you don't need to get an approval)

dmitrygr 7y ago
Proposal assumes two parties and would codify this. Two parties is one of the ways Americans keep getting themselves screwed. No need to codify it. Maybe one day we shall fix it?
- r00fus 7y ago
  Other parts of norms and conventions in USG assume two parties as well.