Washington Democrats press diversity theme

Several Democratic political figures seem to be operating from the same playbook this spring, using their bully pulpits to advocate for increased racial and ethnic diversity, particularly when it comes to leading roles in critical national institutions. The latest push for greater diversity came from Susan E. Rice, President Barack Obama's national security adviser, who on Wednesday urged international and public affairs graduates of Florida International University in Miami to demand a more di

Several Democratic political figures seem to be operating from the same playbook this spring, using their bully pulpits to advocate for increased racial and ethnic diversity, particularly when it comes to leading roles in critical national institutions. The latest push for greater diversity came from Susan E. Rice, President Barack Obama's national security adviser, who on Wednesday urged international and public affairs graduates of Florida International University in Miami to demand a more di…