I agree...he should have been there to vote no.
I have to say, I’m just not a fan of pol’s running for office while they’re supposed to be doing their current job ... as in if you’re a sitting governor and spend very little time in your state. Or if you’re a senator or congress critter and you don’t show up for votes. I don’t think it reflects well on the politician who doesn’t find a way to do their ‘currently’ elected job.
My problem is the last few generations all get rich themselves greatly as they sell America down the river for a seemingly personal wealth enhancing bribe (donation to foundation or speech).
What’s the point of showing up to vote if you vote makes not one bit of difference in any given outcome?
I think a lot of voters, including me, have been asking themselves this question recently, and I imagine Ted has too.
If I was a member of a group, the senate, whose sole purpose seems to be destroying my country, I don’t think I want to do anything with them either.