Affirmative Law In America

Aurelia Williams University of Phoenix Affirmative actionhas had an effect on the lives of Americans whether they know it or not. The term “affirmative action” was introduced by President Kennedy in 1961 as a way of redressing discrimination that was present in spite of civil rights laws and constitutional guarantees of equality. Affirmative action was created to eliminate discrimination among women and minorities, but discrimination still exists. Affirmative action equals equal opportunities, not all agree. Many African Americans were being hired by employers to meet a quota, instead of being hired based on their education and experience. This same type of scenario was happening to woman, white woman and they were experiencing…show more content…
It is a fact that racism and discrimination still exists. When we think about discrimination, we think about race and gender. What about the athletes who get into colleges and universities just because they can run fast, jump high, or throw far. Isn’t that a form of discrimination? Will not having affirmative action laws promote or halt these actions? The question still stands, will affirmative laws be needed in the future. This is a question that is being asked by many government officials. Their answer is no. {draw:frame} References Potucek, R. (2003). Affirmative Action: Pros and Cons. K State Perspectives. Retrieved August 14, 2009, from http://www.k-state.edu/media/webzine/0203/aapros&cons.html Hall, Patrick A. American Libraries, Oct91, Vol. 22 Issue 9, p898, 4p, 1 color Rosen, Benson; Jerdee, Thomas H.; Huonker, John. Business Horizons, Sep/Oct82, Vol. 25 Issue 5, p67, 4p Dale, C. V. (2005). _Federal Affirmative Action Law: A Brief _History . Legislative History American Law Division. Retrieved August 14, 2009, from http://fpc.state.gov/documents/organization/53577.pdf King, Martin Luther Jr. The Peaceful Warrior. Pocket Books, NY 1968.