voters can only acknowledge what exists, not what viewers wish existed

Involving all minority groups in the mainstream diversity discussion is necessary, but it also raises complicated questions about the merits and limits of solidarity. To what extent should people of color focus on increasing opportunities for all people of color, versus their own communities?

Native Americans and indigenous people barely take part in major films produced in Hollywood, let alone at awards ceremonies

But even so, it would be only the barest hint of progress for an industry that still systematically leaves so many people out. No Asian or Latina actress has won an Oscar in over 50 years.