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Civics Made Easy
Taxes, Spending & Debt: Is America Going Broke?
Ben Sheehan looks at how the U.S. government raises, and spends, your hard-earned money.
Filibuster 101: How One Senator Can Stop Everything
"Civics Made Easy," hosted by Ben Sheehan, breaks down the complex world of American government and civic participation. Each episode transforms intricate concepts into clear, digestible lessons, equipping viewers with the essential knowledge to actively participate in their democracy. Designed to empower and inform, the series makes understanding civics both accessible and engaging for all.
Filibuster 101: How One Senator Can Stop Everything
Season 1 Episode 7 | 11m 22s | CC
Why do most bills need 60 votes to pass the Senate? Ben Sheehan explains the filibuster’s history, evolution, rules, and potential reforms. Is the filibuster a tool of bipartisan compromise or just a partisan obstruction tactic? Also, if the filibuster isn’t mentioned in the Constitution or set by federal law, how’d we get it in the first place? And what would America’s founders think about it?
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