Cloture... good and bad

A cloture vote is a procedural vote in the U.S. Senate used to end a filibuster and limit debate. It allows a bill, nomination, or other measure to proceed to a final vote. Invoking cloture generally requires a three-fifths supermajority (60 votes) in the Senate, though exceptions exist for some nominations and legislation. The vote to invoke cloture occurs two calendar days after the motion is...