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

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House vote: H.Con.Res. 182 // October 16, 2007Needed two-thirds to agree

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Week

Sponsor: NATHAN DEAL (R-GA)

Recognizes the need to pursue research into the causes of, and a treatment and an eventual cure for, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Expresses support for: (1) the work of advocates and organizations in educating, supporting, and providing hope for individuals who suffer from the disease; and (2) designation of National Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Week. Congratulates advocates and organizations for their efforts to educate the public about the disease.

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

Won the vote · Yea

414 votes, representing 216,623,816 people95.3%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

0 votes, representing 0 people0.0%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 4.7% 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
YeaWon41495.3%
NayLost00.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken04.7%