Positive Discrimination and Racism

Paper Summary:

This research paper explores affirmative action policies and makes the case that the adoption of affirmative action policies would defeat the original intent of racial discrimination laws. The paper supports the position that affirmative action is a bad idea and that it has the potential to reverse the progress made in regards to ending discrimination against blacks and Asians in the UK.

Outline:
The Controversy
Affirmative Action in the UK
The Effects of Affirmative Action in the United States
Affirmative Action in India and Brazil
Heart of the Problem
Solutions

From the Paper:

"However, that is not to say that quotas do not have their place. Areas that are apparently "white" dominated need to be aware of the situation so that they can make a conscious effort to correct the situation. However, instead of being mandated and threatened with economic sanctions, partnering efforts between the private sector and government need to be initiated that specifically address the problem. Partnership between business and government is the key to the solution, not shifting all of the burden to the private sector. The manner in which the current proposal is written shifts the lion's share of responsibility from the government to the private sector. This type of blaming and shirking of responsibility will place an undue burden on the private sector that could have the effect of stunting economic growth. Business and government need to see affirmative action as a partnership rather than a mandate. "

Sample of Sources Used:

• Antwi-Boasakio, K., and Asaoba, J. (2004). A Preliminary Analysis of African American College Students' Perceptions of Racial Preferences and Affirmative Action in Making Admissions Decisions at a Predominantly White University. Journal of Instructional Psychology. 31 (4): 369.
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• BBC v Souster [2001] IRLR 150 in Commission for Racial Equality (CRE) (2006). Statutory Code of Practice on Racial Equality in Employment. Retrieved January 4, 2007 from http://www.cre.gov.uk/downloads/employmentcode.pdf
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• Boston, T. (2003). Affirmative Action: Perspectives from the United States, India and Brazil. The Western Journal of Black Studies.27 (1): 3.

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