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

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House vote: H.Res. 1242 // June 23, 2008Needed two-thirds to agree

Honoring the life, musical accomplishments, and contributions of Louis Jordan on the 100th anniversary of his birth.

Sponsor: VICTOR SNYDER (D-AR)

Honors the life of Louis Jordan on the 100th anniversary of his birth. Recognizes his important contributions to American music as a musician, composer, and entertainer.

Commemorations Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

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

Won the vote · Yea

348 votes, representing 185,077,037 people80.6%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

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

The dotted gap is 19.4% 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
YeaWon34880.6%
NayLost00.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken019.4%