Congressional offices urgently need racial diversity  

In January, the 119th Congress will commence after a divisive election season resulting in historic firsts, including the election of two Black women as senators, changing demographics among the electorate and the first Black and Asian woman to run for president on a major-party ticket.

Amid this political backdrop, new and returning members of Congress will grapple with critical issues affecting our increasingly diverse nation. Reaching their policy goals and meeting the needs of their diverse constituencies will depend...