________ led one of the longest filibusters in U.S.history in an effort to block passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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Strom Thurmond famously led a filibuster lasting for 24 hours and 18 minutes in an attempt to block the Civil Rights Act of 1964. He spoke out against the legislation, arguing that it would lead to "racial mixing" and go against the "great principles" of the Constitution.

________ Led One of the Longest Filibusters in U