Question

What is a filibuster?

a. a representative’s attempt to kill a bill by continuing to speak in order to prevent a vote
b. the process used to prevent amendments in the house
c. agreements by legislators to limit debate on a bill
d. a vote in the senate to end debate on a bill
e. a senator’s attempt to kill a bill by continuing to speak in order to prevent a vote?

Answer 1

an effort to talk long enough to prevent a vote on a bill

Answer 2

#1) What is a filibuster?
Answer: e. a senator’s attempt to kill a bill by continuing to speak in order to prevent a vote. The filibuster is a tactic used to defeat bills and motions by prolonging debate indefinitely. A filibuster may entail long speeches, dilatory motions, and an extensive series of proposed amendments. The Senate may end a filibuster by invoking cloture.