Ideology isn't necessarily a stumbling block to bipartisanship. Surprisingly, some of the most bipartisan Republicans, like Mike Braun, are staunch conservatives. This suggests that strong beliefs can coexist with a willingness to collaborate across party lines.
Susan Collins consistently ranks as the most bipartisan Republican, indicating that experience and a long tenure in the Senate enhance the capacity to form cross-party relationships and foster effective governance.
Longer terms in the Senate bolster opportunities for bipartisanship compared to the House, as incumbent senators are more likely to have established relationships that facilitate productive negotiations and compromise.
The willingness to compromise is crucial, especially as both bipartisan Democrats and Republicans seem to be becoming less common. Recent trends suggest this kind of politics is increasingly rare.
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