👉 Filibegs, also known as filibusters, are a type of political tactic used by political parties to block legislation or policies that they believe are unpopular. The term is derived from the Latin word "filibusta," which means "to tear" or "to break." Filibegs are often used in the context of opposition parties who believe their views have been unfairly represented by the mainstream political party. In contrast to filibusters, where a member of Congress blocks the passage of legislation