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

The U.S. falls short of this goal.

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House vote: H.Res. 154 // February 11, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree

Honoring John D. Dingell for holding the record as the longest serving member of the House of Representatives.

Sponsor: DALE KILDEE (D-MI)

Recognizes the Honorable John D. Dingell for his tireless advocacy on behalf of his constituents in Michigan in the past, present, and future. Honors him for his lifelong commitment to public service, and celebrates him and his more than 53 years of dedication to Congress. Congratulates him upon attaining the record for longest serving Member of the House.

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

Won the vote · Yea

423 votes, representing 225,695,881 people97.3%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

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

The dotted gap is 2.7% 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
YeaWon42397.3%
NayLost00.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken02.7%