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. 676 // January 9, 2018Needed two-thirds to agree

H.Res. 676

Sponsor: ED ROYCE (R-CA)

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Stands with the people of Iran who are engaged in legitimate and peaceful protests against an oppressive, corrupt regime. Condemns the Iranian regime's human rights abuses, corruption, and destabilizing activities abroad.

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

Won the vote · Yea

415 votes, representing 241,816,054 people95.5%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

2 votes, representing 1,168,384 people0.5%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 4.0% 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
YeaWon41595.5%
NayLost20.5%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken04.0%