Morning Wire Collegiate Affirmative Action & COVID Vax Label Warning | 6.30.23
Jun 30, 2023
A recent Supreme Court ruling has eliminated affirmative action in college admissions, sparking intense debate over educational fairness. The ongoing impact of Canadian wildfires is affecting air quality in the U.S., contributing to unprecedented heat waves. Additionally, the FDA has decided against updating COVID vaccine labels to include a list of potential side effects, raising questions about transparency and public trust. These topics intertwine pressing national issues, touching on education, health, and environmental crises.
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Affirmative Action Focuses on Merit
- The Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action emphasizes merit-based evaluations.
- It aims to treat individuals based on character, not race.
Colorblindness and Equal Protection in College Admissions
- The Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action aims to uphold colorblindness and equal protection.
- It intends to end race-conscious admissions while still allowing consideration of how race has affected an applicant's life.
Wildfires and Heatwave Impact
- Canadian wildfires are causing record-low air quality in the northern U.S. due to smoke.
- A heat wave in the South is exacerbating conditions.