The NPR Politics Podcast Supreme Court Ends Affirmative Action In College Admissions
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Jun 29, 2023 The podcast dives into the Supreme Court's significant ruling declaring affirmative action policies unconstitutional at Harvard and UNC. It discusses the stark ideological divide in the court's decision and reflects on the future impact on college admissions, particularly for Black and Hispanic students. The political fallout for Democrats and insights from Michelle Obama on privilege are explored. Additionally, Republican views framing the ruling as a victory for colorblind policies hint at its implications for the upcoming elections.
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14th Amendment and Colorblindness
- The Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action centers on the 14th Amendment's guarantee of equal protection.
- The court's majority interprets this as requiring colorblindness in admissions.
Overturning Precedent
- The court overturned decades of precedent upholding affirmative action.
- The majority argued that universities' claims of holistic review are not verifiable and amount to asking for trust.
Michelle Obama on Existing Advantages
- Michelle Obama highlighted the existing advantages some students have in college admissions, like legacy status and access to resources.
- She argues that these are forms of affirmative action that often go unquestioned.