7/8/2023 0 Comments Kill switch book senate![]() ![]() The filibuster today is silent but deadly. Smith Goes To Washington." Author Adam Jentleson knows that because he worked on Capitol Hill as deputy chief of staff to the former Democratic majority leader Senator Harry Reid.ĪDAM JENTLESON: Gone are the days of the Jimmy Stewart speaking at length to try to block the powers that be from passing some egregious bill. They're right here.ĬORNISH: Well, a lot has changed since actor Jimmy Stewart made the filibuster the centerpiece of the 1939 film "Mr. Great principles don't get lost once they come to light. JAMES STEWART: (As Jefferson Smith) Because this country is bigger than you or me or anything else. ![]() ![]() When classic movie fans think of a filibuster on the U.S. ![]()
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