In 2012, 79 percent of the Senate were white males, while only 32 percent of the overall American population reflected this demographic. This infographic, created by Take Part, highlights how, in many ways, Congress does not look like America. Use it to get students thinking about why Congress looks like it does, how representation impacts whose voice is heard, and how decisions are made. For example—if Congress is mostly comprised of men, how does this impact decisions on women’s issues? SEE THIS IN ACTION: High School Boys Treated Like Women in Congress —Soul Pancake EXPLORE: “Does Congress Look Like America?” Infographic
Infographic by Take Part
