Tom Carper actually said...

The fact that we have actually fewer members showing up is actually a good thing.

I am the last Vietnam veteran serving in the U.S. Senate, with the death of John McCain.

Not only was this a, I am tempted to say terrible rule, but obviously not a very thoughtful one.

Those of us who are privileged to serve here, it is our service to give honor to those who have really sacrificed for this Country.