In a perfect democracy, at least 50% of people would support every decision.

The U.S. falls short of this goal.

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House vote: H.Con.Res. 155 // June 27, 2005Needed two-thirds to agree

Urging the Government of the Republic of Albania to ensure that the parliamentary elections to be held on July 3, 2005, are conducted in accordance with international standards for free and fair elections

Sponsor: CHRISTOPHER SMITH (R-NJ)

Welcomes the opportunity for the Republic of Albania to take the next steps in European and Euro-Atlantic integration by holding July 2005 parliamentary elections that meet the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) election standards. Supports commitments by Albanian political parties to adhere to campaign and election laws. Supports U.S. assistance to help the people of Albania establish a democratic system and a free market economy.

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Who won, and how much of the country was behind them

Won the vote · Yea

369 votes, representing 182,908,017 people85.1%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

1 vote, representing 510,971 people0.2%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 14.6% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.

Share of U.S. adults represented, the House
SideOutcomeVotesShare of U.S. adults
YeaWon36985.1%
NayLost10.2%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken014.6%