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The course of American democratic thought

by Ralph Henry Gabriel

Series:Contributions in American Studies

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In the wake of court rulings that have forced university administrators to reevaluate affirmative action policies, this balanced, thoughtful book examines three typical defenses of those policies: that affirmative action compensates for past discrimination; that it provides role models and ensures diversity; and that it corrects for systemic bias against women and racial minorities.

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Ralph Henry Gabriel

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Contributions in American Studies

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Languages: English
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Published: 1956
Genres: Nonfiction, Politics and Government, History, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 973
LCC: E169.1 .G23

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