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Also Known As	rules of order

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point of order veto quorum vote of confidence filibuster cloture gag rule pocket veto motion subsidiary motion impeachment legislative investigative powers legislation bicameral system Cortes assembly

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Thomas B. Reed

Thomas B. Reed

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Randall, Samuel J.

Samuel J. Randall

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Henry Martyn Robert

United States military officer and parliamentarian