
Jason Riley: Affirmative action didn’t cure black poverty
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Reevaluating Affirmative Action's Impact
This chapter examines the historical evolution of affirmative action, contrasting its effects on black upward mobility with earlier poverty reduction trends. It critiques the notion that these policies have significantly aided the black poor, emphasizing the lack of economic advancement despite increased political representation.
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