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

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House vote: H.Res. 266 // March 27, 2007Needed two-thirds to agree

Supporting the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day.

Sponsor: Carol Shea-Porter (D-NH)

Supports the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day. Acknowledges the diligent efforts of the individuals and groups who promote the importance of social work and who are observing Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day. Encourages the American people to engage in appropriate ceremonies and activities to further promote awareness of the life-changing role of social workers.

Commemorations Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

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

Won the vote · Yea

417 votes, representing 217,744,201 people95.8%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

2 votes, representing 1,095,830 people0.5%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 3.7% 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
YeaWon41795.8%
NayLost20.5%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken03.7%