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To: Danny Cohen, Nick Robinson
BBC to Commit to Diversity in Political Programming
A serious commitment to diversity, and not just political balance, is needed. Without real representation of the diverse nature of our society political programming is not balanced.
Giving legitimacy to racists and rape apologists, by inviting them to debate the issues of the day, is not acceptable from a public broadcaster. Especially when organisations who speak for victims are not represented.
Diversity is balance. A platform for bigots is not.
Why is this important?
Engagement with politics happens for the vast majority of people through radio and television, particularly on popular programs such as Question Time.
The lack of diversity amongst MP's is a problem for the UK. The lack of diversity in our political programming is a linked problem.
Politics should not be the sole domain of well educated, white men. Nor should political commentary, debate and discussion.
