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A filibuster is an effective way to block a vote on any proposed legislation. It takes 60 votes to reach "cloture" - which means debate on a a particular bill is over and it's ready for a full vote on the Senate floor. Failure to reach cloture on a bill means it has been filibustered so negotiations with opposing Senators must take place to reach the magic number of 60 votes for cloture.

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What is the name of the Endless speeches in the senate to delay a vote?

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It will delay or defeat a bill


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Why keep the filibutser rule in the US Senate?

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The term is filibuster.


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How many seats are needed for a filibuster-proof house?

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Where can a filibuster take place?

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What house of congress has the ability to filibuster?

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