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

The U.S. falls short of this goal.

Activate to continue

Spoken For.
House vote: H.Res. 385 // May 14, 2007Needed two-thirds to agree

Recognizing National AmeriCorps Week.

Sponsor: John Yarmuth (D-KY)

Encourages all citizens to join in a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members and alumni. Acknowledges the significant accomplishments of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and community partners. Encourages citizens of all ages to participate in service opportunities in their communities, including in AmeriCorps programs.

Social Welfare Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

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

Won the vote · Yea

346 votes, representing 180,949,357 people79.6%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

21 votes, representing 11,429,696 people5.0%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 15.3% 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
YeaWon34679.6%
NayLost215.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken015.3%