The filibuster was rarely used throughout most of American history but has become a frequently used tactic in the U.S. Senate during the last 20 years. In recent years, the filibuster has been used to block numerous pieces of legislation and nominations, leading to calls for reform or elimination of the tactic.

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The Filibuster

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The filibuster

A) has never been a frequently used tactic in the U.S.Senate.
B) was rarely used throughout most of American history but has become a frequently used tactic in the U.S.Senate during the last 20 years.
C) was a frequently used tactic in the U.S.Senate throughout most of American history but has almost never been used during the last 20 years.
D) has always been a frequently used tactic in the U.S.Senate.

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