I think that anyone, regardless of race or religion can represent us. Marty Markowitz, Susan Alter and Rhoda Jacobs have ably represented minority districts, while some of the Black elected officials have been a disgrace. It should be about qualifications, not race. This exchange has persuaded me to vote for Shiffman. It's Harry, not Gary! And the latest Joel Toney attack on Dr Eugene is bizarre. Qualications not irrational irrelevant attacks are what should count in this election.