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

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House vote: H.Res. 1405 // July 1, 2010Needed two-thirds to agree

Congratulating the people of the 17 African nations that in 2010 are marking the 50th year of their national independence.

Sponsor: BOBBY RUSH (D-IL)

Congratulates the people of the 17 African nations that in 2010 are marking the 50th year of their national independence. Honors the lives of the thousands of patriots, including innocent civilians, who died, were imprisoned, or otherwise dedicated their lives to achieving African independence. Commends the socioeconomic and political progress being made by these nations while acknowledging the associated challenges that many still face.

International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

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

Won the vote · Yea

410 votes, representing 221,462,305 people94.4%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

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

The dotted gap is 5.6% 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
YeaWon41094.4%
NayLost00.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken05.6%