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Affirmative Action
Term Paper # 22042
Affirmative Action
Examines the pros and cons, purpose, effectiveness, problems, Democratic vs. Republican views, reverse discrimination and impact on minorities.
2,250 words (approx. 9 pages) |
8 sources |
1995
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"INTRODUCTION"Affirmative action" refers to efforts to redress imbalances in the workplace, university, or other institution by actively seeking out candidates who have traditionally been excluded, such as members of racial minorities and women. In the past, certain Americans have been excluded from full participation in the American economy. Racial discrimination and sexual discrimination are the two primary reasons for this. Even if we assume that such discrimination has been eliminated, it is believed that special efforts need to be taken to make up for past sins. Affirmative action is a way of seeking out candidates from previously excluded groups and may include preferential treatment in order to elevate minority candidates above other candidates in order to achieve some form of racial or gender ..."
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