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Affirmative Action |
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712 |
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2.85 |
Affirmative Action
Affirmative Action is considered to be one of the most controversial dilemmas facing equal status of individual rights. Affirmative Action was implemented with the idea and hope that America would finally become truly equal. So far, it has lasted for thirty years and has not solved all of our current problems concerning equal rights. Affirmative Action was created with the intention of reversing discrimination, but this intention has created a mainstream of problems; some find the practices unfair, while some find it very helpful.
Many claim the portion of the public that agrees with Affirmative Action, are in a situation in which they will actually benefit from it. Based on the general publics opinion, Affirmative Action is usually based on the fact that it establishes a situation where there is an equal opportunity among minorities for employment. Prior to Affirmative Action, city, state, and government jobs were mostly given to the American male. But in present day, minorities and women have gained a tremendous increase in the application of jobs in those workplaces. Under Affirmative Action suppose that an American male and a minority are applying for the same job. The American male, in this example, is more qualified than the minority, therefore, the American male should be hired for the position. But due to the guidelines of Affirmative Action, also known as the quota system, the company must hire the minority. This advancement in solving the problem of racial inequality in America’s workplace creates diversity, but also establishes government resentment. In the workplace, critics argue that because of Affirmative Action, now they are being treated unequally. Jobs in which they are more likely to succeed in are, instead, being passed down to less qualified minorities. Not only does this affect the potential white employees, but the employer also has to suffer this condition. Employers are being asked to hire less qualified worker and sometimes for more money too.
Affirmative Action is also very influential in the educational system. Minority students who have not been given a chance to attend college, now have the opportunity to do so. They have a chance to study ...Read entire document
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