Marcia Fudge

[Sen's Revenge]

Did she complain or did she state a fact?

HUD has had five black directors. Agriculture has had one.

Depending on who you talk to, it can be argued that systemic racism at USDA is the reason there are virtually no Black farmers anymore, and the ones we have are struggling.

Marcia Fudge can't solve racism by herself, but perhaps putting someone who is culturally competent in the driver's seat would do some good.

ETA: I think it's offensive to use the term "complaint" about a Black woman's valid concerns about representation in the highest levels of government.

[naraht]

Originally Posted by Sen's Revenge

Did she complain or did she state a fact?

HUD has had five black directors. Agriculture has had one.

Depending on who you talk to, it can be argued that systemic racism at USDA is the reason there are virtually no Black farmers anymore, and the ones we have are struggling.

Marcia Fudge can't solve racism by herself, but perhaps putting someone who is culturally competent in the driver's seat would do some good.

ETA: I think it's offensive to use the term "complaint" about a Black woman's valid concerns about representation in the highest levels of government.

IMO, a valid complaint is still a complaint. Saying that there is a bug in your soup is a complaint regardless of whether there is a bug or not.

I'm not saying she is wrong. I'm saying that making that statement and then accepting the HUD cabinet position may be problematic.

[Benzgirl]

Originally Posted by Sen's Revenge

HUD has had five black directors. Agriculture has had one.

Depending on who you talk to, it can be argued that systemic racism at USDA is the reason there are virtually no Black farmers anymore, and the ones we have are struggling.

I recall an interview with Rep. Fudge from a few years ago about when she was placed on the Agriculture Committee. Her first thought was, "what does a Representative from inter-city Cleveland have to do with Agriculture".

The answer: a lot!

The Department of Agriculture is very broad and also encompasses getting food to urban environments and nutrition assistance (food stamps).

It's not just about farmers.

No knowledge from the Cleveland area that Rep. Fudge has complained about her nomination. All cabinet positions are considered an honor. And, maybe she can find a use for Ben Carson's dining room table.