Each state of the United States selects two senators to represent their states in the United States Senate. In 1913, the 17th Amendment[?] to the United States Constitution provided for the direct popular election of senators; prior to this, senators were selected by state legislatures.
... 0.04% Native American, 1.49% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 1.08% from other races, and 1.08% from two or more races. 6.61% of the population are Hispanic or ...