Sarah Binder : Minority has always exploited filibuster rules to hang up rival proposals . Reid 's plans to reform procedures have faced tough opposition , she says . Binder : Senate should set limits on filibuster rules that are fair to each party . TL;DR The Senate's top Democrat is calling for a change in the way senators can block legislation from moving forward. Twice this week , the Senate has opened debate with its party leaders engaged in a caustic battle over Reid 's plans to seek changes to Senate rules in January . Confirmation process is glacial and contentious and needs `` fast-track '' option .
Sarah Binder : Minority has always exploited filibuster rules to hang up rival proposals . Reid 's plans to reform procedures have faced tough opposition , she says . Binder : Senate should set limits on filibuster rules that are fair to each party . TL;DR The Senate's top Democrat is calling for a change in the way senators can block legislation from moving forward. Confirmation process is glacial and contentious and needs `` fast-track '' option .