Why did 11 Texas senators go to Albuquerque, New Mexico on July 28, 2003?
A. They were attending an important conference on redistricting issues.
B. They wanted to block a bill from passing in a special session.
C. They were ordered to do so by Governor Rick Perry.
D. They were plotting a strategy for a Democratic takeover of the senate.
Answer: B
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