House vote: H.Res. 1713 // November 15, 2010Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Ruby Bridges desegregating a previously all-White public elementary school.
Sponsor: JOHN LEWIS (D-GA)
Recognizes the 50th anniversary of Ruby Bridges desegregating William Frantz Elementary School, a previously all-White public elementary school in New Orleans, Louisiana. Encourages people to recognize the historical importance of elementary school desegregation and Ruby Bridges. Expresses the House of Representatives' commitment to continuing the legacy of Brown v.
Education Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 13.3% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 376 | 86.7% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 13.3% |