Advocates push for more representation of Black women in politics
Source: NJ Spotlight News
Advocates are pushing for more representation of Black women in politics. According to a recent report from the Higher Heights Leadership Fund and the Center for American Women and Politics, less than 6% of Black women hold offices in Congress, statewide elective executive offices and state legislatures despite making up nearly 8% of the population. Data shows more Black women have been running for elected positions recently, but advocates say more needs to be done to allow them into political spaces.
Click here to read the full article published by NJ Spotlight News on 3 August 2023.
Advocates are pushing for more representation of Black women in politics. According to a recent report from the Higher Heights Leadership Fund and the Center for American Women and Politics, less than 6% of Black women hold offices in Congress, statewide elective executive offices and state legislatures despite making up nearly 8% of the population. Data shows more Black women have been running for elected positions recently, but advocates say more needs to be done to allow them into political spaces.
Click here to read the full article published by NJ Spotlight News on 3 August 2023.