Submission Type
Poster
Start Date
April 2020
Abstract
My research presents the lack of representation of African American interests in the American political system, particularly in Congress. It explores the causes of this underrepresentation and the effects that it has on democracy within the United States. Although there has been a vast increase in black leadership over the last 50 years, there is still a divisive gap in terms of racial equality within American politics. I seek to understand the nature of this gap, and the impact that it has on American democracy and representation for the black population in public policy.
Recommended Citation
Di Fede, Anna, "089— The Underrepresentation of African Americans in Government and Its Effects on Democracy" (2020). GREAT Day Posters. 76.
https://knightscholar.geneseo.edu/great-day-symposium/great-day-2020/posters-2020/76
089— The Underrepresentation of African Americans in Government and Its Effects on Democracy
My research presents the lack of representation of African American interests in the American political system, particularly in Congress. It explores the causes of this underrepresentation and the effects that it has on democracy within the United States. Although there has been a vast increase in black leadership over the last 50 years, there is still a divisive gap in terms of racial equality within American politics. I seek to understand the nature of this gap, and the impact that it has on American democracy and representation for the black population in public policy.
Comments
Faculty Sponsor: Jeffrey Koch, Political Science & International Relations