Affirmative action has been a source of controversy in American politics since its establishment in 1961; it remains to this day a subject that is continuously complicated by various socio-economic and political perspectives. This necessary edition, with contributions from educators, politicians, and students, presents readers with a spectrum of diverse viewpoints that cover topics such as affirmative action in sports, minority press coverage of affirmative action, and affirmative action as a part of American identity.
- | Author: Paul G. Connors
- | Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing
- | Publication Date: Mar 14, 2009
- | Number of Pages: 136 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 0737742771
- | ISBN-13: 9780737742770