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

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House vote: H.Con.Res. 290 // July 1, 2010Needed two-thirds to agree

Expressing support for designation of June 30 as "National ESIGN Day".

Sponsor: JIM MCDERMOTT (D-WA)

Supports the designation of a National ESIGN Day. Recognizes the previous contribution made by Congress to the adoption of modern solutions that keep the United States on the leading technological edge. Reaffirms the commitment of Congress to facilitating interstate and foreign commerce in an increasingly digital world.

Commerce Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

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

Won the vote · Yea

397 votes, representing 213,838,796 people91.1%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

15 votes, representing 8,624,841 people3.7%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 5.2% 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
YeaWon39791.1%
NayLost153.7%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken05.2%