American Government / Unit 7 Gov 328 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Filibuster
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The idea
The filibuster is the Senate practice of extended debate that can block a bill from reaching a vote.
In practice
The traditional version held the floor by speaking — a record twenty-four hours in one famous case.
Where people slip
The modern version rarely requires speaking; the threat alone raises the bar.
Your place on the trail
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