Affirmative Action

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This paper examines affirmative action which was introduced in order to make things in America 'more equal' for everyone. This paper discusses the ramifications of the affirmative action programs with a view towards understanding the rationale behind the law and its effects on individuals in the workplace. A summary of the research is provided in the conclusion.

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"The young woman was proud of her college transcript: she had studied hard and had consistently earned outstanding marks. Further, she had participated in a number of extracurricular activities and had been the president of her graduating class. When she applied to the company of his choice, however, she was passed over in favor of a minority applicant with similar credentials in a process which has become known as "reverse discrimination." The history of affirmative action in the United States is replete with examples such as this, and its effect on the morale of employees in the workplace has been significant."

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