4th District Congressman Jim Himes voted "present" yesterday on an amendment to lower the voting age to 16. In explaining his vote, Himes said he only learned about the proposal 30 minutes before the vote, and it seems like a big change.  He believes there was no research on it, and noted that he didn't have a chance to ask constituents if this is something they want.  It was the first time he didn't vote yes or no, but rather as present since being elected in November 2008.