After voting in favor of the final bill, he defended his vote by telling reporters "The Constitution is not a suicide pact".

It is crucial that the surprise House coalition defend its vote and the public's interest.

Senator Dianne Feinstein could find herself defending her vote against the bill.

Local groups have formed to defend or attack the board's vote, including a political action committee helping conservative candidates.

In his confirmation hearing, he defended his vote as a hospital trustee to permit the hospital's medical staff to perform abortions there.

But we have proof of our figures, and we will defend the people's vote to the end.

Mr. Kerry defends his pro-Nafta vote but says the treaty needs "review."

Four years ago, Mr. Edwards was heckled here as he defended his vote in favor of the war.

The Senator defended his vote on Mr. Thomas and said he had the best record on women's issues of any candidate.

She has defended her vote to authorize the president to wage war, even though it was apparent then that the administration was snookering the country.