Sentence examples for during the votes from inspiring English sources

An early critic of U.S. military involvement in Iraq (he was not in Congress during the votes authorizing the use of force if Saddam Hussein did not allow arms inspectors back into the country), Obama proposes an immediate phased withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iraq, with all troops removed by the end of 2008.

During the votes, the jockeying for the Speaker's job heated up.

"During the votes Tuesday, Pelosi was walking around with Suzan DelBene" -- a Democrat from Washington state, the original home of Boeing -- "asking people to be original co-sponsors on Heck's bill.

During the votes on Monday, those three Republicans pitched their plan to fellow senators, appearing to seek support from Senator Marco Rubio of Florida, who is poised to announce that he is running for reelection, and Rob Portman of Ohio, who also faces a tough campaign.

He said the atmosphere during the vote was emotional.

The country's borders were sealed during the voting.

Seven members were not present during the vote.

Mr. Lazio was giving an interview during the vote.

One Republican was also absent during the vote.

Election officials reported no incidents of violence during the voting.

Nearly 20,000 alumni cast electronic or paper ballots during the voting period between March 3 and April 21.