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. 367 // May 6, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Train Day.

Sponsor: CORRINE BROWN (D-FL)

Recognizes the contribution trains make to the national transportation system. Supports the goals and ideals of National Train Day. Urges the people of the United States to recognize such a day as an opportunity to learn more about trains.

Transportation and Public Works Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

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

Won the vote · Yea

426 votes, representing 227,352,965 people98.0%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

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

The dotted gap is 2.0% 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
YeaWon42698.0%
NayLost00.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken02.0%