Is "Black Caucus" really called Black Caucus?

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I am wondering if "Black Caucus" is really called "Black Caucus", as it seems a bit politically incorrect.



Best Answer

Well, it's officially called the "Congressional Black Caucus", if that makes it more plausible-sounding to you.




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Is the Congressional Black Caucus all black?

All past and present members of the caucus have been African-American. In 2006, while running for Congress in a Tennessee district which is 60% black, Steve Cohen, who is Jewish, pledged to apply for membership in order to represent his constituents.

What is the meaning of Black Caucus?

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) was established in 1971 to put forth policy and legislation that ensured equal rights, opportunity, and access to Black Americans and other marginalized communities. It is a non-partisan body made up of African American members of Congress.

Who leads the Black Caucus?

The Honorable Congresswoman Joyce Beatty Congresswoman Joyce Beatty was elected to serve as the 27th Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC). As chair, she is leading the CBC's historic 58 members during the 117th Congress.






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