Why has the majority traditionally been reluctant to change the rules to prevent or restrict filibusters?

What will be an ideal response?

An ideal response will:
1, Explain that it is always difficult to obtain the agreement of two-thirds of the Senate on a controversial matter. (Changing the rules requires 67 votes.)
2, Explain that every senator knows that he or she might be in the minority on an issue at some time. A filibuster gives senators who are in the minority a powerful weapon for defending their (or their constituents') interests.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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