Where did the filibuster come from and what's it good for? On the next Your Call, we'll have a conversation about the filibuster, which allows politicians to block or delay Senate action on a bill by obstructive actions. Are there times when the slow-moving Senate has blocked destructive legislation? Join us live at 11 a.m. or send an email to feedback@yourcallradio.org. When is the filibuster appropriate and is it time to change the rules? It's Your Call with Sandip Roy and you.
Guests:
Gregory Koger, assistant professor of political science at the University of Miami and author of the forthcoming book, Filibustering: A Political History of Obstruction in the House and Senate.
Jamie Court, president of Consumer Watchdog
Click to Listen: Who Needs the Filibuster?
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Who Needs the Filibuster?
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