Research and discuss descriptive representation in Congress. In your response you will need to address the following: What is descriptive representation? What is the degree of descriptive representation in Congress today? (be sure to identify the percentage of members based on gender, race/ethnicity, and age) How can a legislative body (U.S. Congress or state legislatures) achieve a more diverse body so as to be more representative of the population? (provide at least 1 change/suggestion for improving diversity) To support your response you must provide at least 1 outside academic source (other than your textbook) and cite this source in your response. Also, include the full citation of your source at the bottom of your response.
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