The Dog Ate My Vote: How Congress Explains Its Absences

(Before It's News)

By Derek Willis and Cecilia Reyes / ProPublica

It’s customary for members of the House of Representatives to file an explanation when they miss a vote. These Personal Explanations are a glimpse into the pace and trade-offs inherent in modern government.

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