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How Clarence Thomas Came to Reject Affirmative Action
The Daily
From Poverty to Prejudice: The Early Journey of Clarence Thomas
This chapter explores the formative years of Clarence Thomas, including his struggles with poverty and racial segregation, and the influential role of his grandfather. It examines his early ambitions, radical views during the civil rights movement, and the complex emotions surrounding affirmative action in his education at Yale Law School. Through personal anecdotes, the chapter reveals the internal conflicts of identity and societal perception that shaped his perspectives on race and opportunity.
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