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Originally, yes it was a filibuster was a long winded speech intended to draw attention to a issue. In hope of gaining support or airing of grievances. The evolution to how it has been in use dates back to slavery as a means to allow a minority to stall or shelf legislation.
This was accomplished by the agreement to speed up floor debate by allowing a 60 vote majority vote on legislation if filibuster was triggered by a senator.
The senate sets up the rule by a simple majority vote to then allow a 60 vote threshold and what type of bills to include. Budget, judges ....
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