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"Pretty much by party line. Wonder why 8 abstained?"

Very good question. Isn't that the same thing as voting "present" or is it saying,"I just don't care enough to vote?"

Either way it is a despicable reflection of their character on their part. It is annoying when I see that or when they don't even show up which occurs quite a few times especially on Friday and Monday.

I haven't yet really checked out the link on the Roll Call to see how my Rep voted but I am headed there next.

Being absent or abstaining really bugs me as a voter and a constituent. It makes me feel like they are AFRAID for whatever reason but I find it unacceptable in my book at least.

It is weak, lame and cowardly.