Affirmative Action in the United States

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If you ask what affirmative action is numerous Americans in America could not tell you the definition of affirmative action or how it affects us as individuals and our communities in the United States. When trying to understand the issue of affirmative action you have to ask yourself the key question what is affirmative action? Affirmative action are laws that are put in place referring to various government policies that aim to increase the percentages of African-Americans, women, and other minorities in jobs and educational institutions. The policy gives major companies a required percentage of employers to hiring that are in minority groups. Now that we have clearly identify what affirmative action is we need to ask our-self are the affirmative action policies being put into place in American companies? In this paper we will compare and contrast two articles and discussing in detail two sides who the experiences with affirmative action affects minorities in the community and education system. In the article, “One Nation, Indivisible”, by Ward Connerly he expresses the legislators approval of the affirmative action laws and how it affects the society. On November 3, 1998, in Washington D.C., state legislators approve Initiative 200. The residents of Washington decided to put an end to race based categories and treat everyone equally with no discrimination or favoritism. Connerly says, affirmative action is a threat to the culture of equality that defines the characteristics of the United States. In the article, “Pro and Con” by William G.Bowen and Derek Bok the facts were based from a study research. They examined the college encounters of some 60,000 students in which 3,500 were African American, who had enrolled in 28 select... ... middle of paper ... ...eep affirmative action laws then minorities groups will not thrive in the society we live in. On the other hand, William G. Bowen believes that if the affirmative action laws are repealed, then many minority groups will not receive as much opportunities in society as Caucasian people will. Regardless of the different opinions on whether or not affirmative action laws should be repealed or not the United States of America will still be a large diverse nation of individuals. Works Cited Bowen, W. G., & Bok D. (2003). “Pro & Con.” N.d. Web. 1 Apr. 2014. . Connerly, Ward. (2001) “One Nation, Invisible.” Hoover Institution Stanford University. n.d. page. 1 Apr. 2004 . . N.p.. Web. 7 Apr 2014. .

In this essay, the author

Explains the definition of affirmative action and how it affects individuals and communities in the united states.
Analyzes ward connerly's article, "one nation, indivisible", in which he expresses the legislators' approval of affirmative action laws and how it affects society.
Analyzes the findings of william g.bowen and derek bok's article, "pro and con," based on a study research.

Explains the definition of affirmative action and how it affects individuals and communities in the united states.
Analyzes ward connerly's article, "one nation, indivisible", in which he expresses the legislators' approval of affirmative action laws and how it affects society.
Analyzes the findings of william g.bowen and derek bok's article, "pro and con," based on a study research.
Argues that affirmative action laws are holding many african americans from prevailing in society and in education.
Analyzes how connerly believes that policies like affirmative action are segregating minorities instead of bringing them together as one big minority.
Compares the views of william g. bowen and derek bok on affirmative action. both agree that racial judgment against african americans is the main issue in american society.
Analyzes how bowen and bok disagree on who gets the blame in why the system is the way it is. they point out that there is racial judgment against african americans and as a society we need to fix it.
Opines that affirmative action laws promote a wide range of opportunities to individuals regardless of race, ethnicity or gender. ward connerly believes that the laws are segregating americans into categories instead of seeing us as one united group of people.

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The Pros And Cons Of Affirmative Action
analytical essay
We all have heard regarding the controversial arguments and debates regarding whether affirmative action is valid under U.S. Constitution. Before discussing whether to support or refute affirmative action, there is a need for all of us to know what affirmative action really is. By definition, affirmative action policies are those institutions and organizations vigorously engages in an effort work of improving the lives of minorities in the United States (NCSL). This means that institutions attempt to find ways to provide groups that have been historically excluded from American society equal accesses to public necessities such as education, salary pay, and so forth. To me, the application of the affirmative action in the society we live in clearly violates the Fourteenth Amendment, which forbids authorities to “deny...any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws” (The Library of Congress). Throughout this research paper we will go into details and explain four reasons why affirmative action violates the Fourteenth Amendments and should be unconstitutional. These reasons are as follows: the development of reverse discrimination, the creation of stigma against women and minorities, the buildup of racial tension, and the fact of attempting to solve a racial problem that no longer exist.
In this essay, the author
- Opines that affirmative action violates the fourteenth amendment and should be unconstitutional.
- Argues that affirmative action was created with sound-hearted intention, but it has been abused since its installation into u.s. laws.
- Argues that affirmative action violates the fourteenth amendment because of the stigma of women and minorities.
- Opines that affirmative action violates the fourteenth amendment and should be unconstitutional.
- Argues that affirmative action was created with sound-hearted intention, but it has been abused since its installation into u.s. laws.
- Argues that affirmative action violates the fourteenth amendment because of the stigma of women and minorities.
- Opines that affirmative action should be removed due to the potential of causing social division. the landmark supreme court case grutter v. bollinger shows that instead of finding solutions to racial tension, it further worsens the relationship between races.
- Argues that affirmative action's inability to solve a problem that no longer exists is the most consequential reason behind it.
- Concludes that affirmative action is not applicable to society today if all of us wish to be treated equal.
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Affirmative Action
opinion essay
According to Newman, affirmative action is a “program designed to seek out members of minority groups for positions from which they had previously been excluded, thereby seeking to overcome some institutional racism” (Newman, 536). Affirmative action made its debut with a piece of legislature passed by President Lyndon Johnson in 1964 and continues to this day. However, the concept of affirmative action is a controversial issue that continues to be hotly debated.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that affirmative action is a program designed to seek out minority groups for positions from which they had previously been excluded, thereby seeking to overcome institutional racism.
- Explains that affirmative action policies are passionately debated by everyone from educators and politicians to ordinary citizens who hold differing opinions on the necessity and validity of the policies.
- Opines that affirmative action helps to ensure fairness and diversity in organizations, such as schools.
- Explains that affirmative action is a program designed to seek out minority groups for positions from which they had previously been excluded, thereby seeking to overcome institutional racism.
- Explains that affirmative action policies are passionately debated by everyone from educators and politicians to ordinary citizens who hold differing opinions on the necessity and validity of the policies.
- Opines that affirmative action helps to ensure fairness and diversity in organizations, such as schools.
- Opines that affirmative action provides preferential treatment to certain people and is unfair to everyone else. many whites worry that it will result in people of different races receiving acceptance at an organization over an equally qualified white candidate.
- Concludes that affirmative action has its problems to overcome, but it is the best solution there is at present.
- Describes the guidelines on the use of race to achieve diversity in postsecondary education.
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Affirmative Action
analytical essay
Affirmative Action is any effort taken to expand opportunity for women or racial, ethnic and national origin minorities by using membership in those groups that have been subject to discrimination as a consideration. The Fourteenth Amendment states that no person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. As a result, Affirmative action is not consistent with the Fourteenth Amendment. In this essay, I will first discuss the violation of Affirmative Action against the Fourteenth Amendment. Second, how Affirmative Action helps one group of people while leaving out the other groups of people.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that affirmative action is an effort taken to expand opportunity for women or racial, ethnic and national origin minorities by using membership in those groups that have been subject to discrimination.
- Analyzes the case of regents of the university of california v. bakke, which challenges the medical school's special admissions program.
- Analyzes how the case of plessy v. ferguson illustrates the idea that race is not the main problem and everyone's rights are protected under equal protection.
- Explains that affirmative action is an effort taken to expand opportunity for women or racial, ethnic and national origin minorities by using membership in those groups that have been subject to discrimination.
- Analyzes the case of regents of the university of california v. bakke, which challenges the medical school's special admissions program.
- Analyzes how the case of plessy v. ferguson illustrates the idea that race is not the main problem and everyone's rights are protected under equal protection.
- Explains that the medical school of the university of california at davis believes the special admissions program does not violate any law.
- Argues that affirmative action violates the fourteenth amendment because it gives certain advantages to certain people.
- Opines that affirmative action gives privileges to certain groups and leaves out groups not able to succeed without special protection. there's nothing in the constitution that says "a" should suffer a burden because society has hurt "b."
- Explains that affirmative action was created to help the less fortunate people to have a chance to succeed in the society, but it still separates one certain group from another thus giving one particular group more opportunity. bakke was rejected because of his race.
- Concludes that the existent of affirmative action is not consistent with the fourteenth amendment.
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What Affirmative Action is and How it Affects America
analytical essay
Everyone in America has certain rights today written in a government document called the U.S. Constitution, but who is to say that they are enforced? One could turn on the television, read the newspaper, or listen to the radio only to hear about how someone is treated unfairly due to this evil action referred to as discrimination. Almost everybody in this great country has experienced some form of discrimination be it age, sex, race, or ethnic background. Whose job is it to protect the citizens of America from being treated unfairly? This answer is best defined by two words: Affirmative Action. Interesting questions arise while speaking about this subject such as: What is Affirmative Action and where did it begin? What are some of the positive and negative aspects of this plan and what examples show Affirmative Action working toward its purpose? How does it affect America as a whole? What does the government have to say about it according to the White House Staff Report on Affirmative Action (Is There a Need For it)?
In this essay, the author
- Explains what affirmative action is and how it affects america as a whole.
- Explains that affirmative action is a way to reduce america's discrimination towards minorities and women. it is comprised of subjects primarily, but not restricted to, equal opportunity in the work force and in education
- Explains that although there is opposition, most political scientists agree that the roots of affirmative action can be traced to the supreme court case brown vs. board of education in 1954.
- Explains what affirmative action is and how it affects america as a whole.
- Explains that affirmative action is a way to reduce america's discrimination towards minorities and women. it is comprised of subjects primarily, but not restricted to, equal opportunity in the work force and in education
- Explains that although there is opposition, most political scientists agree that the roots of affirmative action can be traced to the supreme court case brown vs. board of education in 1954.
- Explains that affirmative action was first used in a racial discrimination context in executive order no. 10,925 issued by president john f. kennedy in 1961.
- Explains that the civil rights act of 1964 outlawed racial discrimination in public accommodations and by employers, unions, and voting registrars. this act paved the way for affirmative action.
- Explains that presidents have come up with bills to push affirmative action. nixon incorporated 'goals and timetables' to enforce equal opportunity for minorities in the workplace.
- Explains how affirmative action has helped minorities and women attain jobs as easily as any other qualified worker. naacp vs. allen is an interesting example.
- Explains that women have come a long way thanks to this anti-discrimination plan. many positions are occupied by women that never would have had twenty years ago.
- States that in 1979, women represented only 4 percent of the entry-level officers in the san francisco police department. by 1985, under an affirmative action plan ordered in a case in which the doj sued the city for discrimination, the number of women had risen to 175 or 14.5 percent.
- Opines that education is one of society's most important missions in life due to the competence of our family and leaders and the competition with other nations.
- Explains that the negative side of affirmative action's plan is not as easily seen unless a large portion of time is allowed for it to develop.
- Explains that reverse discrimination refers to whites losing a job because of affirmative action. checking the right race checkbox triples your chances of admission to ucla school of medicine.
- Analyzes the positive and negative aspects of affirmative action, stating that it is supposed to end discrimination in america.
- Explains that affirmative action's role in america peaked out in 1977 when the ratio of black to white graduates of high school that went on to attend college was 1:1.
- Argues that affirmative action does not guarantee decent education to every minority group simply for ethical reasons.
- Opines that it is imperative that the united states keeps affirmative action due to the ever-increasing progress in many areas of society's problems.
- Explains that blacks and hispanics remain economically disadvantaged, with 97 percent of fortune 1000 senior managers being white males.
- Explains that although affirmative action has helped, there are still some companies that refuse to abide by the government equal opportunity policy.
- Opines that affirmative action is needed because it ensures that our government still has the ability to help the american public.
- Analyzes how affirmative action is a counter-productive policy. the white house staff report and the affirmative action review, report to the president.
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America Needs Affirmative Action
opinion essay
Discrimination against race, gender, religion, or other social characteristics is occurring in all parts of the United States almost every day. Unfortunately, the U.S. has a history of extreme case of discrimination, which has evoked controversy and in worse cases, violence. To discourage any more of adverse discernment towards certain individuals, the Federal government has imposed legislation called affirmative action. According to At Issue: Affirmative Action, “Affirmative action is designed to promote access to opportunities in education, employment, housing, and government contracts among certain designated groups, such as women and minorities“ (At Issue). This law is necessary in today’s society in order to maintain equality and diminish discrimination against social groups throughout the United States.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that discrimination against race, gender, religion, or other social characteristics is occurring in all parts of the united states almost every day. the federal government has imposed legislation called affirmative action to discourage adverse discernment towards individuals.
- Explains that affirmative action has leveled the playing field for minorities in situations where they normally would encounter disadvantages.
- Explains that affirmative action prevents discrimination and improves the overall well-being of businesses and schools.
- Explains that discrimination against race, gender, religion, or other social characteristics is occurring in all parts of the united states almost every day. the federal government has imposed legislation called affirmative action to discourage adverse discernment towards individuals.
- Explains that affirmative action has leveled the playing field for minorities in situations where they normally would encounter disadvantages.
- Explains that affirmative action prevents discrimination and improves the overall well-being of businesses and schools.
- Opines that all citizens should have equal opportunities and be treated equally when applying for a job, school, or other government associated institute.
- Opines that minorities deserve to be given equal opportunities and treated like everyone else when being considered for the position, so that they can experience the american dream.
- Explains that affirmative action gives minority individuals the chance to truly be evaluated fairly so that they have an equal chance of following their dreams.
- Opines that affirmative action is necessary to protect a just system where minorities are treated as equals instead of being discriminated against.
- Argues that affirmative action was unbalanced when it was first created in 1961, and that it would result in the rejection of equally capable individuals to attend university.
- Argues that affirmative action cannot damage the majority's employment numbers because they are a majority and outnumber other social group.
- Explains that affirmative action causes employers to choose the less qualified individual because there is a quota that needs to be met. subtle differences like this can be blown up by someone who opposes it.
- Opines that affirmative action must continue to be a part of the united states’ legislation because without it, we would create non-diverse environments where we are unable to share different cultures, ideas, and benefits.
- Opines that affirmative action is needed to get the best candidates, stanford psychologist says.
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Affirmative Action Debate
analytical essay
"A policy designed to redress past discrimination against women and minority groups through measures to improve their economic and educational opportunities." At first glance this definition seems to explain fairly well what affirmative action is and convinces the reader that it is done in good faith to help make up for past discrimination, yet affirmative action is accompanied by many different opinions. This paper will discuss the different viewpoints regarding affirmative action.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that affirmative action is a policy designed to redress past discrimination against women and minority groups through measures to improve their economic and educational opportunities.
- Analyzes how the film brazil in black and white talks about affirmative action and its introduction in brazil.
- Analyzes how the article titled "affirmative action" talks about opposition of affirmative action.
- Explains that affirmative action is a policy designed to redress past discrimination against women and minority groups through measures to improve their economic and educational opportunities.
- Analyzes how the film brazil in black and white talks about affirmative action and its introduction in brazil.
- Analyzes how the article titled "affirmative action" talks about opposition of affirmative action.
- Analyzes how the article "silence the anti-affirmative action crusade" talks about how jennifer gratz lost her spot to an applicant that was a minority group because of his race.
- Analyzes how the article "race (still) matters" discusses the consequences of using affirmative action or not in considering admissions to school.
- Opines that the government has a hard decision to make whether affirmative action should be enforced and make many anglo-americans angry and feel like america the fair is gone.
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Affirmative Action
opinion essay
Supporters of affirmative action in college admissions hoped that it would promote diversity in colleges. Most people would acknowledge that diversity in colleges is desirable. Some expressed doubt that minorities could perform at the same level as other students, but studies show that children of alumni, who are most often white, are more likely than minority students to have academic trouble (Schaefer 77). Regardless of positive impact diversity has, it will continue to be challenged.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that when discussing discrimination, the topic of equal opportunity would also come up. one measure used to promote equal opportunities is affirmative action.
- Explains affirmative action is a proactive policy adopted by the united states that seeks to correct the inequity of opportunities in the workplace and educational arena.
- Opines that affirmative action in college admissions hoped that it would promote diversity in colleges. however, studies show that children of alumni, who are most often white, are more likely than minority students to have academic trouble.
- Explains that when discussing discrimination, the topic of equal opportunity would also come up. one measure used to promote equal opportunities is affirmative action.
- Explains affirmative action is a proactive policy adopted by the united states that seeks to correct the inequity of opportunities in the workplace and educational arena.
- Opines that affirmative action in college admissions hoped that it would promote diversity in colleges. however, studies show that children of alumni, who are most often white, are more likely than minority students to have academic trouble.
- Explains that affirmative action has been controversial since the law was enacted. in california, a white student challenged his denial of admission based on race.
- Explains that the outcomes of the challenges have varied depending on the state, the court and the circumstances. some in support of affirmative action and some opposed.
- Opines that affirmative action has had some positive effects and is still needed. it has increased diversity especially in the workforce.
- Argues that if affirmative action is to be considered unfair, should we not explore eliminating the many programs that give advantages to certain businesses, homeowners, veterans, farmers, and others?
- Explains that california placed a referendum on the ballot to amend the state constitution to prohibit programs that give preference to women and minorities for college admission, employment, promotion, or government contracts. the voting public does not reflect the actual composition of race in society.
- Opines that affirmative action is a proactive policy adopted by the united states that seeks to correct the inequity of opportunities in the workplace and educational arena.
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analytical essay
Society has evolved dramatically since the very beginnings of affirmative action. Our modern society has become an extremely open-minded society. Human’s rights are a prominent topic of debate and change in modern times. With this new acceptance and change in culture, the question of the need and importance of affirmative action arises. Is affirmative action conducive to today’s society? Affirmative action in ...
In this essay, the author
- Explains that the equal protection clause was a crucial first step towards creating an american society without racism.
- Explains society has evolved dramatically since the beginnings of affirmative action. human's rights are a prominent topic of debate and change in modern times.
- Explains that affirmative action is a highly debated topic in modern times. it was first meant to increase the amount of minority applicants.
- Explains that the equal protection clause was a crucial first step towards creating an american society without racism.
- Explains society has evolved dramatically since the beginnings of affirmative action. human's rights are a prominent topic of debate and change in modern times.
- Explains that affirmative action is a highly debated topic in modern times. it was first meant to increase the amount of minority applicants.
- Explains that a second type of affirmative action is the subjective use of race, which is used to determine an outcome, but not the deciding factor. grutter sued the university of michigan's law school after her application was rejected.
- Analyzes how the supreme court ruled that the university of texas's admissions policy was unconstitutional.
- Argues that the university of texas's race conscious admissions process is efficient and critical to achieving racial diversity.
- Explains that the third type of affirmative action promotes a decision-making process based entirely on race, introduced by president lyndon johnson in this 1965 commencement address.
- Analyzes the effects of affirmative action on the admissions of three highly selective private universities.
- Analyzes the supreme court's decision in gratz v bollinger and justice william h. rehnquist’s quote.
- Explains that affirmative action helps african-american students gain admission to colleges, but less than fifty percent of those students will graduate in under six years.
- Analyzes how the united steelworkers of america and kaiser aluminum and chemical corporation applied a training program to increase its number of african-american employees. the court ruled that the program was constitutional because it sought to eliminate patterns of racial segregation.
- Explains that minorities and women are underrepresented in the workplace.
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Affirmative Action
opinion essay
else. In my opinion no one needs any special favors to get ahead. In this paper I will discuss some of the problems with affirmative action. These include disgruntled employees, reverse discrimination, and the negative effect on our economic status. People who are for affirmative action have many possible positive outcomes as a result of this law passing, some of which have already been implicated. The first subject I will discuss is diversity in the work place, including women and minorities.
In this essay, the author
- Opines that no one needs special favors to get ahead. they will discuss some of the problems with affirmative action, including disgruntled employees, reverse discrimination, and the negative effect on our economic status.
- Opines that instead of creating a more unified society, as some would suggest, it is more likely.
- Explains that sixty percent of the work force was made up of minorities and women.
- Opines that no one needs special favors to get ahead. they will discuss some of the problems with affirmative action, including disgruntled employees, reverse discrimination, and the negative effect on our economic status.
- Opines that instead of creating a more unified society, as some would suggest, it is more likely.
- Explains that sixty percent of the work force was made up of minorities and women.
- Opines that the supreme court criticized affirmative action as unconstitutional reverse discrimination and harm for those seeking to advance.
- Opines that we spend so much time trying to find equality and unity between whites and those people of other colors.
- Opines that discrimination is wrong, and that should include biases against the majority, not just the minorities.
- Opines that affirmative action would increase competition, thus raising the level of skill among employees, but how can the majority work under the conditions that they could get fired at any moment?
- Opines that if a person is not rewarded for their work, he will lower his level of skill. if everyone could do their best all the time, why can't the majority?
- Explains that affirmative action has proved successful, but it has had side effects, such as white men losing jobs and white students being denied entrance to schools.
- Opines that after looking deeper into this concept, the scale of benefits are still not evenly spread amongst the community. this is obviously not the right plan to help our social and economic system.
- Opines that every sector in america would be equal and unprejudiced.
- Argues that affirmative action would be beneficial to society, but where should the line be drawn?
- Opines that minorities could create tension due to the fact that they may replace those who have held a particular job for long periods of time. it would be natural for them to become bitter and resent the minority.
- Opines that affirmative action has fulfilled its purpose and has now outlasted its usefulness and should be done away with. finding jobs for minorities and women was a step in the right direction.
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Affirmative Action in California: Has It Outlived Its Purpose?
explanatory essay
The concept of affirmative action has always been and continues to be a very controversial topic. This paper will focus on the positive and negative viewpoints of affirmative action as well as the future of its existence.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that affirmative action was used to protect women, minorities, and handicap individuals from discrimination, but some public agencies are questioning its meaning.
- Explains that the civil rights act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, and so on, by private as well as public employers.
- Explains that the county of los angeles has maintained a strong belief that affirmative action is an effective and necessary tool in today's society.
- Explains that affirmative action was used to protect women, minorities, and handicap individuals from discrimination, but some public agencies are questioning its meaning.
- Explains that the civil rights act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, and so on, by private as well as public employers.
- Explains that the county of los angeles has maintained a strong belief that affirmative action is an effective and necessary tool in today's society.
- Explains that the office of affirmative action compliance works diligently to ensure the county of los angeles is an equal opportunity employer.
- States that california's civil rights act and affirmative action have turned into mechanisms for preferential hiring practices and reverse discrimination. proposition 209 prohibits the state of california and local governments from discriminating against any individual or group on the basis of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.
- Explains that the american association for affirmative action, founded in 1974, believes in the advancement of affirmative action, equal opportunities, and the elimination of discrimination.
- Opines that the civil rights act of 1964 and affirmative action were intended to eliminate discrimination and create an equal playing field for all individuals regardless of race or color.
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Affirmative Action is Harmful to Society
analytical essay
In the controversial realms of affirmative action, the largest issue staunchly fought over is whether minorities should be given preferential treatment in the workplace and in the schools. One side declares that those in the minority group need and deserve governmental aid so that they will be on equal footing with the majority group. Opponents of affirmative action point out that setting apart groups based on their race or ethnicity is purely racism and can lead to reverse discrimination. I am against affirmative action for the aforementioned reasons, and would not consider such racism as necessary for creating a healthy society, as proponents would insist. It is my belief that affirmative action today is out of date and is inherently harmful to society.
In this essay, the author
- Opines that affirmative action is out of date and is inherently harmful to society.
- Quotes stephen steinberg's essay the affirmative action debate, which argues that equality in society is not possible without governmental intervention and aid.
- Opines that affirmative action's purpose is to alleviate racial tensions, to put minorities on an equal level with majority group, and to live in a happy, multi-cultural world together.
- Opines that affirmative action is out of date and is inherently harmful to society.
- Quotes stephen steinberg's essay the affirmative action debate, which argues that equality in society is not possible without governmental intervention and aid.
- Opines that affirmative action's purpose is to alleviate racial tensions, to put minorities on an equal level with majority group, and to live in a happy, multi-cultural world together.
- Analyzes how affirmative action and preferential treatment began to tear down what it had originally built up. the emphasis was placed on skin color and background, and employers had to look before other qualifications.
- Analyzes how racial relations in the united states are healthy, and how anne wortham's essay, victimhood versus individual responsibility, explains the injustice.
- Argues that affirmative action and its efforts to label certain racial groups as disadvantaged may be counterproductively creating a false sense of discrimination and separation in minority members.
- Argues affirmative action and preferential treatment for minorities should not be the answer to having diverse and integrated workplaces and schools.
- Proposes a two-fold plan for america's future. the first priority should be to improve our nation’s schools by bringing more control to the local level.
- Cites canady, charles t., "america's struggle for racial equality" and "affirmative action harms society."
- Analyzes kristol, irving, and silverstein, shel. "the tragic error of affirmative action."
- Analyzes steele, shelby, and bonnie szumski's interracial america: opposing viewpoints.
- Cites steinberg, stephen, and katherine anne ackley's essays from contemporary culture.
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Arguments Against Affirmative Action
analytical essay
Affirmative action is “the practice of improving the educational and job opportunities of members of groups that have not been treated fairly in the past because of their” race or sex (“Affirmative Action”). No one can argue that inequality is evident in today’s society, although there are both intelligent and unintelligent ways of solving it. Affirmative action, for instance, creates a separate scholarship for certain races, which is the definition of a racial barrier. In addition, it breaks governmental laws and negatively impacts both minorities and majorities. Affirmative action’s end goal, diversity in colleges, cannot justify the means that are necessary to achieve it.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that affirmative action improves the educational and job opportunities of members of groups that have not been treated fairly in the past because of their race or sex.
- Argues that affirmative action is legally wrong, since the civil rights act of 1964 eliminates discrimination based on race, color, religion, or national origin.
- Argues that affirmative action fosters racial division, but a separate scholarship for certain individuals keeps them from becoming part of society.
- Explains that affirmative action improves the educational and job opportunities of members of groups that have not been treated fairly in the past because of their race or sex.
- Argues that affirmative action is legally wrong, since the civil rights act of 1964 eliminates discrimination based on race, color, religion, or national origin.
- Argues that affirmative action fosters racial division, but a separate scholarship for certain individuals keeps them from becoming part of society.
- Concludes that affirmative action lowers minority achievement in two ways: directly, it creates a stigmatizing social context within which black and latino students find it more difficult to perform.
- Argues that america must focus more on preparing children in the minority for the future rather than forcing them into a college.
- Explains that affirmative action affects minorities and majorities. minorities must work hard to prepare themselves for the future. race should not be used as a factor in applications.
- Analyzes how colleges use affirmative action to create diversity rather than the original goal of creating a better opportunity for minorities to succeed.
- Concludes that the negative effects of affirmative action outweigh the end goal of diversity in colleges.
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Affirmative Action Pros And Cons
explanatory essay
Affirmative action in the United States has sought to rectify discrimination in society by favoring minority groups and women. After emerging from debates on non-discrimination approaches in the 1940s, the debates led to implemented policies requiring non-discrimination in employment. These policies developed to bridge the inequalities between different races, ethnicities, and genders after reports suggested the unfair advantages for whites and males. However, the practice of affirmative action is in a moment of intense debate in its fifty year history. This policy is often viewed as black and white, since two sides of opposite views arise from it. First off, it is well-known that affirmative action acts to allocate jobs and opportunities to
In this essay, the author
- Explains that affirmative action in the united states has sought to rectify discrimination in society by favoring minority groups and women.
- Explains that affirmative action in the united states has sought to rectify discrimination in society by favoring minority groups and women.
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