Why Eric Burlison wants to bring the Missouri Senate filibuster to Washington, D.C.
St. Louis on the Air · St. Louis Public Radio
March 20, 202618m 9s
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Show Notes
The classic film “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington,” portrays the fictional Jefferson Smith going to the nation’s capital to speak out and block legislation from passing in the U.S. Senate. The scene showcases how one voice could stand in the way of corruption and graft. But while the “talking filibuster” was used quite often throughout the history of the U.S. Senate, it’s not in place today. U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison discusses why he supports bringing back the talking filibuster in the U.S. Senate, particularly as it relates to attempts to pass legislation backed by President Trump.