Black women severely under-represented in Wisconsin law

The American Constitution Society grades Wisconsin`s legal diversity as an "F"

MILWAUKEE —  On Thursday, the Senate confirmed Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, securing her place as the first Black female justice.

The historic moment was celebrated by Black women in law nationwide.
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In Milwaukee, the Honorable Maxine Aldridge White, who is the first Black woman to serve as a judge on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals and Milwaukee`s first chief judge, said Jackson`s SCOTUS confirmation makes her proud of where the country is today.

"I think it shows to the world and all of the people that are watching, just use your best to do your best. Don`t worry about the color of your skin, the shape of your face, your eyes or your hair, whether it`s curly or nappy or bald," Aldridge White said. "If it`s the content of my character and not the color of my skin, like Dr. King said. Am I pulling my weight to make the place a better place?"...

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Ken Notes: This is an issue we need to address with our youth. We need mentorship, work experience, and career options presented to our young students. We address these issues far to late in the US...