You didn't suggest a generic "more diverse leadership team," though, you stated something explicitly about the specific black leaders in NO. Regardless of that

You didn't suggest a generic "more diverse leadership team," though, you stated something explicitly about the specific black leaders in NO. Regardless of that, it actually isn't clear that a more diverse leadership team brings better understanding. They may bring a diversity of understanding that is important to consider--it's not "better", in the sense that without their participation others would not see the potential downside. Police state activities don't adversely impact just those in minority populations.