Research the proportion of three or more of the following: women, African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans, and openly gay or lesbian members of Congress.
Reflect on what these patterns say about the nature of representation.
Why do you think some groups tend to be underrepresented in Congress?
Why do you see a trend in which more women and minorities are being represented?
Do you think the underrepresentation of women and minorities affects Congress’s business?
How might we, the citizens, as a people, address this situation and strive towards equal representation? Make sure to cite sources used.
REQUIREMENTS
Length: 1.5-2 pages (not including title page or references page)
1-inch margins
Double spaced
12-point Times New Roman font
Title page
References page (minimum of 2 scholarly sources in addition to textbook if cited)
Technology Resources:
GrammarlyLinks to an external site.
• Microsoft Office 365Links to an external site.
GRADING
This activity will be graded based on the Written Assignment Grading Rubric.
OUTCOMES
CO 5: Critically examine evidence to support well-reasoned arguments.
CO 6: Critically analyze the American political environment and issues relating to present day using primary and secondary sources.
