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: S.Con.Res. 72 // December 15, 2010Needed two-thirds to agree

A concurrent resolution recognizing the 45th anniversary of the White House Fellows Program.

Sponsor: SAM BROWNBACK (R-KS)

Recognizes the 45th anniversary of the White House Fellows program. Commends the White House Fellows for their commitment to public service and expresses appreciation for their past and continuing leadership.

Government Operations and Politics Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

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

Won the vote · Yea

401 votes, representing 216,212,550 people92.1%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

1 vote, representing 525,600 people0.2%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 7.6% 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
YeaWon40192.1%
NayLost10.2%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken07.6%