In 1997, the Senate voted 95-0 to restrict entry of the U.S. into future international climate treaties, ending hopes for legally binding emissions targets for the U.S.
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Explore the votes of America's longest-serving Speaker of the House, Sam Rayburn, who presided over key civil rights votes
Visualize the 117th Senate and its members, and compare it with past congresses
Explore current and historical political parties, map party control, and learn about polarization.