👉 In political and legal contexts, "filibustering" refers to a specific form of obstructionism or resistance that occurs when a member of a legislative body, such as a senator, refuses to participate in a vote on a bill or other legislation. This behavior is often characterized by the member refusing to speak or taking part in an argumentative or contentious discussion during the debate process. Filibustering can be seen as a form of resistance to legislative action and can lead to negative consequences for those who engage
