The article by Corinne Segal highlights the persistent gender and racial disparities in leadership positions within the journalism industry, as evidenced by the American Society of News Editors' census. As of this year, women hold 35.4 percent of supervisory roles, showing minimal progress since 1999, while racial minorities represent only 13 percent of overall employees in print newspapers. The findings underscore the need for greater diversity and representation in journalism's leadership roles.
"Why Journalism Has A Gender Problem"%0D%0Aby Corinne Segal%0D%0A%0D%0AThe journalism industry is severely lacking in leadership by women and racial minorities, according to the Nieman Reports story published Wednesday.%0D%0A%0D%0AThis year’s census by the American Society of News Editors (ASNE), which looked at diversity at print newspapers, shows women accounting for 35.4 percent of supervisors. This barely marks an increase from 1999, when women made up 33.8 percent of supervisors. Women run three out of the 25 biggest U.S. titles and one of the top 25 international titles. They make up 37.2 percent of overall newspaper employees, a whole three-tenths of a percent increase from 1999. Racial minorities fare even worse, comprising 13 percent of overall employees.%0D%0A%0D%0A1 of 6%0D%0AQuestion%0D%0AUse the article to answer the question.%0D%0A%0D%0AIn 3 sentences, write an objective summary of the article.
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