Navigating Affirmative Action: Race and Class Debate

This chapter explores the historical and contemporary debates surrounding affirmative action, focusing on the civil rights era's differing approaches to racial oppression. It emphasizes the need for class-based affirmative action over traditional race-based quotas, questioning how best to assess merit in admissions processes. The discussion highlights the implications for university diversity and political dynamics, particularly in light of changing policies and the Supreme Court's recent decisions.