See 18:25 ish on regarding diverse clerks.
There seems to be a belief that if young people see people like them in successful positions, it will inspire them and they’ll work hard to attain those positions themselves. However, when the exemplars attain their roles not through excellence but because of their characteristics, are you really setting the young people up for success?
The problem for blacks, and similarly fir Latinos who take a similar approach, is that those trying to assimilate into American culture usually have to fight to attain their spot, thereby achieving some level of respect from the in-groups. Arguing for representation based on characteristics rather than competency won’t achieve the level of respect afforded those who “earn it” specifically because achievement is based on a characteristic rather than hard work. It’s ultimately not a strategy that leads to an integrated society.
Link: https://youtu.be/DEy6BLeLrDs