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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Margery A. Beck

What is the filibuster, and why does it matter in Nebraska?

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A group of lawmakers is continuing this week to filibuster all bills that come before the Nebraska Legislature — even the ones they support — in protest over a bill that would ban gender-affirming treatments for minors.

Supporters of that bill say they’re trying to protect children from making body-altering decisions they may later regret. Opponents say it's an unconstitutional overreach meant to marginalize LGBTQ+ people.

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