The Staggering Demographic Changes In Congress Over 50 Years

What a difference 50 years makes.

1. The US Congress was a different place 50 years ago

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2. Democrats had Super Majorities in both Houses

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3. And this family controlled the Executive Branch

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This gentleman was Speaker of the House

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Mr. Speaker!

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5. House Leadership looked like this

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6. And a Presidential address looked like this

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This gent was gearing up for his first congressional run

and this scout was meeting his future office

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But the difference in the demographic make-up of Congress over the last 50 years is what truly astounds

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In 1963 less than 6% of Congress held minority status

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Today, minorities make up almost 30% of congress

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So here’s to the future!

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Oh, and meet freshman Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III

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