A filibuster is a form of obstruction in a legislature or other decision-making body. An attempt is made to infinitely extend debate upon a proposal in order to delay the progress or completely prevent a vote on the proposal taking place. It is used often in Congress and was of great importance during the last election cycle when the Democrats were going for the magic 60 senate number to get a filibuster proof number. Why is this relevant to our discussion on SGA? Well after the marathon session that was last week this term came to mind. Were members deliberately extending the discussion to frustrate the body, or were there actions done unconsciously and out of unknowningness? It is a legitimate concern. I rallied for members to take more pride and action in senate discussions, but this 
call must not be confused for members to take with blind reasoning. There has to be a purpose behind what you say. Remember that this is a representative body, and that your thoughts, comments, and actions should support that belief. There is no need to talk or raise your card for the sake of doing so. It is much more important to have discussion go in a positive direction, instead of acting as a playback machine of past comments. You can not even say that this type of behavior is limited to the SGA's newest members, because it is painfully obvious that even some of the more experienced members have problems following discussion, or asking pertinent questions.
call must not be confused for members to take with blind reasoning. There has to be a purpose behind what you say. Remember that this is a representative body, and that your thoughts, comments, and actions should support that belief. There is no need to talk or raise your card for the sake of doing so. It is much more important to have discussion go in a positive direction, instead of acting as a playback machine of past comments. You can not even say that this type of behavior is limited to the SGA's newest members, because it is painfully obvious that even some of the more experienced members have problems following discussion, or asking pertinent questions. With all that being said, these issues we have been dealing with are internal in nature for the most part. We have not even discussed some major issues affecting the student body at large. The strat plan comm stuff is all about us. We need a strat plan comm that is all about THEM! What do students want SGA to talk about? I am sure they read the minutes and want to know why we got so heated over wording in a mission statement, and why can't they argue over tuition or parking or books? I think what we are doing is a nice first step. We are laying the brick work, so that SGA will be able to more efficiently operate and handle student issues. But that does not mean we should let those issues off the table.
A few quick updates and I'll finish up today. I would just like to commend the chairperson for making the necess
ary changes in her approach to her position that have allowed the senate to do better as compared to last semester by a substantial amount. Also, there is a reason that SGA has committees, and sub-committees. They take the major leg work from the SGA so that they do not have to do it themselves, and be less productive. It works in Congress, it should work in SGA. If a piece of work comes out of a committee you should bet that there was a lot of work put into it. Lastly, a strong piece of advice. Get all your affairs in order by 8:15 on Tuesday. Have something to eat, get some coffee, use the bathroom, return your texts. Your reason for wanting to go should not depend on your appetite. You have a duty to stay late if need be. Bring a snack. That meeting could have, and SHOULD have lasted longer. Be well and be safe. 1
ary changes in her approach to her position that have allowed the senate to do better as compared to last semester by a substantial amount. Also, there is a reason that SGA has committees, and sub-committees. They take the major leg work from the SGA so that they do not have to do it themselves, and be less productive. It works in Congress, it should work in SGA. If a piece of work comes out of a committee you should bet that there was a lot of work put into it. Lastly, a strong piece of advice. Get all your affairs in order by 8:15 on Tuesday. Have something to eat, get some coffee, use the bathroom, return your texts. Your reason for wanting to go should not depend on your appetite. You have a duty to stay late if need be. Bring a snack. That meeting could have, and SHOULD have lasted longer. Be well and be safe. 1
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