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Unit 3 – Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
Topic 3.12
How does a filibuster help balance minority and majority rights in Congress?
It allows a single senator to delay legislation.
It gives veto power to the Senate Minority Leader on all bills.
It forces senators to vote unanimously on legislation.
It supplies extra votes to smaller states during roll call voting.
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AP US Government - 3.12 Balancing Minority and Majority Rights
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