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. 559 // November 1, 2023Needed two-thirds to agree

Declaring it is the policy of the United States that a nuclear Islamic Republic of Iran is not acceptable.

Sponsor: Michael McCaul (R-TX)

This resolution declares that it is the policy of the United States (1) to use all means necessary to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, and (2) to support the freedom of action of partners and allies to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.

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

Won the vote · Yea

354 votes, representing 214,081,062 people81.8%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

53 votes, representing 31,159,100 people11.9%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 6.3% 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
YeaWon35481.8%
NayLost5311.9%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken06.3%