The split in the Republican Party made it harder to bring along more support from the Democrat members from districts where “maritime” jobs are important
Beyond the Bickering, Bill Lifting Oil-Export Ban Wins Bipartisan Support
Americans are sick of the bickering in Washington and want both parties to cooperate and get something done. Friday, October 9, offered proof that this can still happen. The house passed H.R. 702, the bill to lift the decades old oil export ban—with 26 Democrats joining the majority of Republicans and voting for it.