[jqwizard]

I don't know. Why are we told that representation is important and we must have diversity along every axis throughout media?

Well, if you think about it for five seconds, it's because people in general (but especially children) identify with and look up to people who look like them and share their culture. That's just human nature.

[reverius42]

Then I guess it's a good thing men are still well (overly?) represented among world leaders, CEOs, etc. -- I'm not sure how anyone can claim there are no male role models in a world with 100% male US presidents (for instance).

[johnnyanmac]

"good" male role models. I wouldn't call elon musk, donald trump, nor Andrew tates good examples to follow.

[Gud]

Not just "look like them" and "share their culture". They have deep biological similarities, not some superficial traits.