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According to the United States Congressional Serials Set, 1950, the answer is as follows: "Since, in any election year, two thirds of the Senate membership is not affeted, the Senate is sometimes called 'the house that never dies.' Note: This question was answered by a professional librarian using a credible source. If you're having a hard time finding the answers you want on the web, why not try calling your local library? The staff will more than likely be happy to help.

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