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545 | Richard D. Kahlenberg: Is Class-Based Affirmative Action the Future of Higher Education?

The Realignment

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Supreme Court Rulings and the Debate Over Class-Based Affirmative Action

This chapter explores the Supreme Court's ruling on class-based affirmative action and the dissenting views of Justices Alito and Thomas. The discussion highlights the tensions between meritocracy and diversity in college admissions, as well as the potential consequences of using socioeconomic factors as a substitute for race in admissions policies.

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