Obstructionism
noun
The practice of deliberately preventing something from moving forward or making progress.
The senator's constant filibustering during the discussions was seen as a form of obstructionism.
Often appears as...
- political obstructionism
- legislative obstructionism
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Disapproving
noun
The practice of deliberately preventing something from moving forward or making progress.
The senator's constant filibustering during the discussions was seen as a form of obstructionism.
Often appears as...
- political obstructionism
- legislative obstructionism
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Political Context
Often used in politics to describe strategies blocking legislation or decisions.
The minority party's obstructionism delayed the new climate policy.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Implies frustration towards the obstructive actions, often seen negatively.
Her obstructionism in the committee caused many to question her motives.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Language
Used in formal or specialized discussions, like law or government.
The council accused the mayor of obstructionism in housing reform debates.
Pro Tip 1/3Political Context
Often used in politics to describe strategies blocking legislation or decisions.
The minority party's obstructionism delayed the new climate policy.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Implies frustration towards the obstructive actions, often seen negatively.
Her obstructionism in the committee caused many to question her motives.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Language
Used in formal or specialized discussions, like law or government.
The council accused the mayor of obstructionism in housing reform debates.
Pro Tip 1/3Political Context
Often used in politics to describe strategies blocking legislation or decisions.
The minority party's obstructionism delayed the new climate policy.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Implies frustration towards the obstructive actions, often seen negatively.
Her obstructionism in the committee caused many to question her motives.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Language
Used in formal or specialized discussions, like law or government.
The council accused the mayor of obstructionism in housing reform debates.
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Quote examples
Mehdi Hasan
British Journalist
In theory, the filibuster helps whichever party is in the minority in the Senate. In practice, it is the Republicans who have disproportionately used it to engage in cynical and anti-democratic obstructionism whenever they find themselves in the minority.
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Arun Jaitley
Indian Politician
Parliamentary obstructionism should be avoided. It is a weapon to be used in the rarest of the rare cases. Parliamentary accountability is as important as parliamentary debate. Both must coexist.
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Carles Puigdemont
Catalan Politician
It is crucial that there is a government in Madrid secure enough to engage with Catalonia politically rather than continue the denial and legal obstructionism of the Rajoy years.
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Todd Young
American Politician
Washington's foot-dragging, obstructionism, and overreach must end.
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Mehdi Hasan
British Journalist
In theory, the filibuster helps whichever party is in the minority in the Senate. In practice, it is the Republicans who have disproportionately used it to engage in cynical and anti-democratic obstructionism whenever they find themselves in the minority.
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Arun Jaitley
Indian Politician
Parliamentary obstructionism should be avoided. It is a weapon to be used in the rarest of the rare cases. Parliamentary accountability is as important as parliamentary debate. Both must coexist.
Quote examples
Carles Puigdemont
Catalan Politician
It is crucial that there is a government in Madrid secure enough to engage with Catalonia politically rather than continue the denial and legal obstructionism of the Rajoy years.
Quote examples
Todd Young
American Politician
Washington's foot-dragging, obstructionism, and overreach must end.
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