Louisiana legislative black caucus, the: race and representation in the pelican state
Auteur :
Sullivan, Jas M. / Winburn, Jonathan
Éditeur :
Louisiana State University Press
ISBN :
9780807140369
Date de publication :
12 déc. 2011
Dimensions :
21,8 x 14,2 x 2,0 cm
Poids :
363 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Since the creation of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus, the number of black lawmakers in Louisiana has increased; however, socioeconomic indicators show that the condition of their constituents has failed to improve. Jas Sullivan and Jonathan Winburn raise critical questions as to the effectiveness of this body of minority legislators.