The Controversy Circulating Affirmative Action

Mendez, Josie

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Title

The Controversy Circulating Affirmative Action

Author(s)

Mendez, Josie

Issue Date

2024

Keyword(s)

• affirmative action
• higher education

Date of Ingest

2025-03-23T21:21:15-05:00

Abstract

Affirmative Action is a contentious policy that has been at the center of many debates for decades. This policy has been getting even more attention lately as lawsuits have emerged from prestigious institutions such as Harvard and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While this essay primarily focuses on affirmative action within the context of universities, it's important to note that the policy is also implemented by employers. Its objective is to address the historical discrimination and institutional oppression faced by certain groups by granting them preferential treatment in admissions. Delving into the various dimensions of this debate, it becomes evident that one common concern revolves around the perception that students from majority groups may suffer as a result of this policy, being denied admission in favor of less qualified candidates. However, a thorough examination of the primary grievances expressed by policymakers and citizens reveals that the most hotly debated issue pertains to whether affirmative action genuinely benefits minority individuals in the long term.

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text

Genre of Resource

article

Language

eng

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Copyright 2024 Josie Mendez

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