Even if one abstains (which leaves stains, by the way), It is NOT a "no vote" and can be counted as a "yes vote!" I caught one of my fellow board members on that once when a 4/5ths vote was required and he blew it!
Man, both the Dems and especially the RINO's hate rules with a passion, especially when they don't git ta make 'em!!!
Way to go Hastert... POLICE THE PISSANTS!!!