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Originally posted by Taualumna
I could never understand why people say that minority leaders have to represent minority issues. I thought that it was good enough just to get an ethnic minority or a woman (of any race) representing you in politics. I mean, should a pro-life female politician be seen as negative just because she doesn't believe in abortion? Or what about hispanic or Asian politicians who are not pro-ethnic languages but for the improving of access to English language classes for immigrants (left wing support groups seem to be for ethnic language labels and signs in the respective communities)? Are these peoplegood representatives/role models for their respective communities or are they not?
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Actually that is the point. Just because they are minority and in office doesn't mean they represent OTHER minorities. They represent themselves and those that SHARE their views. Condi, Colon, Al, Jesse don't represent the reality for Black America. As as a result they wouldn't be considered leaders for THOSE people. But actually why would you be happy just because a woman was in office if she didn't do anything to support women's causes? Just saying we are there isn't something to just jump for joy about. Especially if they are actively working to undo any gains women or minorities have made.