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Unit 2 – Branches of Government
Topic 2.2
What is a key reason that filibustering continues as a legislative tactic?
Filibustering helps speed up legislative processes by forcing quick decisions from majority parties.
The Constitution mandates filibusters as part of legislative procedures.
Filibustering is a means for Congress members to gain public attention and popularity.
Filibustering allows minority parties to delay votes on legislation they oppose without sufficient support to block them outrightly.
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