explain one's vote

No one who passed on Miller is known to have stepped forward and explained his vote.

He also explained his vote against authorizing the use of force.

This is the only way one could explain the Connecticut legislature's vote.

I would also point out to you that you can explain your vote in writing.

Mr President, thank you for this opportunity to explain my vote.

Thus, I could not in good conscience support such a report, which explains my vote on the subject.

We each take the floor to explain our vote after we have cast it.

Following the debate I feel compelled to explain our vote.

That explains the amendments which have been tabled, and my vote.

"Senator," the man continued, "I must explain my vote of yesterday."