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.Res. 942 // September 20, 2006Needed two-thirds to agree

Recognizing the centennial anniversary on August 5, 2006, of the Iranian constitution of 1906.

Sponsor: Steve King (R-IA)

Recognizes the centennial anniversary of the 1906 Iranian constitution. Expresses hope that the people of Iran will once again enjoy a democratic government in the spirit of the 1906 Iranian constitution.

International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

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

Won the vote · Yea

413 votes, representing 213,901,872 people95.0%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

2 votes, representing 1,000,565 people0.4%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 4.6% 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
YeaWon41395.0%
NayLost20.4%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken04.6%