Reconsidering Affirmative Action: A Call for Individual Merit
Scope and Contents
The author expresses concerns about affirmative action programs, stating that they have evolved into quotas and reverse discrimination which perpetuate discrimination rather than ending it. The author supports a colorblind society where individuals are judged on merit and calls for a reconsideration of affirmative action programs.
Dates
- Creation: 1993-01-01 - 2001-12-21
Creator
- From the Collection: Armey, Richard Keith (Dick), Chair of the House Homeland Security Committee (2002-2003); House Majority Leader (1995-2003); Chair of the House Republican Conference (1993-1995); Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas's 26th district (1985- (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Full Extent
1 Pages
Abstract
106th (1999-2001)
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository