Monday, August 29, 2011

Why is Washington State's Government so White?

Why aren't racial and ethnic minorities more well represented in our government? According to the article, non-whites make up over 1/4 of our state's population, but 24/26 of her cabinet members are white. Is this at odds with the ideals of representative democracy?

Local News | Diversity lacking in Washington state government, analysis finds | Seattle Times Newspaper: - Sent using Google Toolbar

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