Posted on 07/13/2003 7:19:18 AM PDT by Libloather
Edited on 04/13/2004 1:40:53 AM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]
The Supreme Court decision that affirmed the use of race as an admissions criterion at the University of Michigan law school already has conservative ideologues busily plotting ways to eliminate affirmative action. The Center for Individual Rights, which backed the white women who brought lawsuits against the university, threatened more lawsuits and ''close scrutiny'' of affirmative action plans. But it is California's Ward Connerly who's really audacious. He announced this week that he wants to export to Michigan California's Proposition 209, the measure he pushed that outlawed the use of race in admissions, employment and contracting.
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What does that have to do with college admissions?
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Yes, the Supreme Court's decision was a victory.
Jr.:
President Applauds Supreme Court for Recognizing Value of Diversity
Statement by the President
I applaud the Supreme Court for recognizing the value of diversity on our Nation's campuses. Diversity is one of America's greatest strengths. Today's decisions seek a careful balance between the goal of campus diversity and the fundamental principle of equal treatment under the law.
My Administration will continue to promote policies that expand educational opportunities for Americans from all racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds. There are innovative and proven ways for colleges and universities to reflect our diversity without using racial quotas. The Court has made clear that colleges and universities must engage in a serious, good faith consideration of workable race-neutral alternatives. I agree that we must look first to these race-neutral approaches to make campuses more welcoming for all students.
Race is a reality in American life. Yet like the Court, I look forward to the day when America will truly be a color-blind society. My Administration will continue to work toward this important goal.
Malveaux likes the decision - bad!!!
Jr. likes the decision - good!!!
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