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ColinC

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14. 215 is a majority out of 428. The last vote in 2022 was only 428that inlcudes "present"

Reply to iemanja (Reply #13)

Wed Jan 1, 2025, 12:30 AM

Jan 1

I agree he won't win, but if enough Republicans drop out, it can create a fluke if the Dems stay unified and consistent.

Remember: the left number in the OP is the total number, and the majority of that number is what wins.

Total Dem seats right now is 215.

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215 is a majority out of 428. The last vote in 2022 was only 428that inlcudes "present" ColinC Jan 1 #14

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