Critics argue that affirmative action programs can result in reverse discrimination by prioritizing race or gender over merit, potentially disadvantaging individuals from majority groups who may be equally or more qualified. This perception stems from the belief that such policies may perpetuate division and resentment, rather than fostering true equality. Additionally, opponents contend that these programs can lead to a stigma against beneficiaries, suggesting that their achievements are solely due to their demographic characteristics rather than their abilities.
reverse discrimination
Affirmative action
Geraldine Leshin has written: '1980 report, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action' -- subject(s): Affirmative action programs, Discrimination in employment, Law and legislation 'Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action in labor-management relations' -- subject(s): Affirmative action programs, Discrimination in employment, Law and legislation, Minorities
Sunita Parikh has written: 'The politics of preference' -- subject(s): Government policy, History, Politics and government, Race discrimination, Affirmative action programs, Minorities
percentage quotas
Affirmative action programs, reverse discrimination, and criteria of comparable worth are appropriate forms of remedy.
Answer I believe that the affirmative action programs doin fact reverse discrimination. It voilates the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment as well as Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. We need to get rid of all of these "legal" forms of favoritism. How on earth can it be equal if colleges are reserving spots for minorities and women over white men who are more qualified? (Not saying that all white men are more qualified, you know what I mean here.)
Affirmative action.
Kevin S. McGuiness has written: 'Government memoranda on affirmative action programs' -- subject(s): Affirmative action programs, Discrimination in employment, Law and legislation
Government affirmative action programs in the United States were first formally established by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 with Executive Order 10925, which aimed to promote equal employment opportunities for all individuals, particularly for minorities. This initiative was further expanded under President Lyndon B. Johnson, who emphasized the need for affirmative action to address systemic discrimination. The programs aimed to rectify historical injustices and promote diversity in various sectors, including education and employment.
Chris Ronalds has written: 'Discrimination law and practice' -- subject(s): Discrimination, Law and legislation 'Affirmative action and sex discrimination' -- subject(s): Affirmative action programs, Australia, Law and legislation, Legal status, laws, Sex discrimination in employment, Women
Susan D. Clayton has written: 'Justice, gender, and affirmative action' -- subject(s): United States, Affirmative action programs, Sex discrimination in employment