[PMCarey]

In the minds of everyone who thinks, there is someone of a different race who was more qualified but who didn't get the job because of their race.

I agree with that, but saying that there is someone more qualified is different from saying that the person who was hired is not competent.

[John O]

I agree with that, but saying that there is someone more qualified is different from saying that the person who was hired is not competent.

But how does the AA hire prove his competency and overcome the impression that he's just a quota hire? (or a two-fer if it's a black woman). I think you stated before that everyone is hurt in this process and I agree strongly. Every black hire is now seen as an incompetent quota hire because of Affirative Action.

[FLAUSA]

I agree with that, but saying that there is someone more qualified is different from saying that the person who was hired is not competent.

You comment begs the question: "Should the most qualified be hired or someone who is just competent?"