Misconceptions about Affirmative Action
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A 7 page research paper that examines the white male backlash against affirmative action and offers a rebuttal against some of the assumed ideas of this movement. The writer argues that there are numerous misconceptions concerning affirmative action and that these programs are still needed. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: 90afmact.rtf

Affirmative Action in Canada
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14 pages on multiculturalism and affirmative action in Canada. The writer describes how Canada has just barely begun to recognize the falseness of her perceived racial harmonies and examines the inherent problems that exist with regard to racial assimilation in Canada. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Affircan.wps

African-Americans & Racism
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A 10 page paper that demonstrates the processes that fhave led to an increase in institutional racism rather than a decrease. The writer suggests that the decline of Affirmative Action over the past few years has led to increased support for racial inequities and demonstrated the lack of equality in housing, employment and educational opportunities for many Blacks. Bilbiography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Racism.wps

Affirmative Action
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the issues regarding Affirmative Action as presented by two different authors, liberal economist Barbara Bergmann ('In Defense of Affirmative Action') and conservative historian Thomas Sowell ('Civil Rights: Rhetoric or Reality'). This paper demonstrates the complexity of the issues related to the Affirmative Action debate. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Affbook.wps

Affirmative Action # 3
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This 4 page paper argues against affirmative action programs, with particular reference to 1996 legislation that sparked recent controversy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Afact2.wps

Affirmative Action / Do We Really Need It ?
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A 16 page exploration of three decades of Affirmative Action policies. Includes the pro's and con's of Affirmative Action and an examination of current public sentiment towards these policies. Bibliography lists several sources.
Filename: Afact.wps

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment
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In 5 pages, the author discusses affirmative action and equal opportunity employment. Examples of both policies are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Affequal.wps

Affirmative Action Has Always Existed For Whites In America
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3 pages in length. The American white race has always been afforded the benefits of affirmative action, which has not set well with those of other ethnic backgrounds. Without having been formally established, this unwritten Caucasian preference has not only established a significant separation between and among the races, but it has also created deep-seated resentment from the African-American point of view. The writer discusses how Ellis Cose's book entitled 'The Rage Of A Privileged Class' directly addresses these issues in such a way as to point out the considerable discrepancies with regard to Caucasian preferential treatment. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Eliscose.wps

Affirmative Action Needs Altering
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A 5 page paper which argues that Affirmative Action is not doing what it was designed to do and in light of such reality it has harmed African Americans as well as the rest of the population of this country. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAaachng.wps

An Overview of Affirmative Action
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This 11 page report discusses the history of affirmative action, the arguments surrounding it and possible solutions to some of the conflicts attached to the issue. The report also emphasizes the employment opportunities and lack thereof for African Americans that was a major factor in the development and support of affirmative action programs. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Affover.wps

How Much Impact has Affirmative Action Really Made?
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An 8 page paper discussing the real effects of affirmative action and equal employment opportunity policies over the past generation. In attempting to assess the true impact of affirmative action policies over the years, there is disagreement regarding degrees of wage gains, but there is little disparity of opinion in the fact that gains have been made. It is difficult to identify which programs have had the greatest effect, but it is widely accepted even among those favoring discontinuation that antidiscrimination policies have contributed to work force participation increases as well as increases in earnings. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KSaffirAct.wps

Lessons On Racial Relations From The US Army
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A 5 page research paper that examines the theories covered in Moskos and Butler's All That We Can Be: Black leadership and Racial Integration The Army Way that show how the Army has become a highly integrated organization while still maintaining extremely high standards of performance. The writer illustrates how their principles can be applied to the experiences of the University of California in regards to affirmative action. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Armyrace.wps

Origins & History Of Affirmative Action
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A 10 page paper discussing the origins of affirmative action, how it has changed and why it has changed to incorporate women, various minorities other than African Americans, and the disabled. A section discussing the history of affirmative action as it originally pertained to the African Americans is discussed followed by a section which detail some of the particulars involved within different considerations such as the disabled. Essentially, affirmative action is an issue which, while originally addressing the needs of the African American, is necessary for all minorities and such the program and the initiatives that have been a result of the affirmative action are a natural progression in furthering protection of minorities. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Oriaff.wps

Racial Discrimination in the Workplace / Do We Still Need Affirmative Action ?
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A 9 page research paper examining the continued need for Affirmative Action policies instituted in the 1960's. Some authors state that American minorities still need Affirmative Action's protection; some state that we have moved beyond the quota system and that Affirmative Action has outlived its usefulness; and at least one maintains that the quota system was illegal from the outset and was never supposed to have been an issue. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Workplac.rtf

Reverse Discrimination / A Black Perspective
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An 8 page overview of the effects of Affirmative Action and the resulting phenomena of reverse discrimination. Concludes that although reverse discrimination does sometimes occur, it alone is not reason to abolish Affirmative Action policies. Bibliography lists ten sources.
Filename: Revdisc.wps

Richard Rodriguez on Affirmative Action
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A 4 page research paper that looks specifically at Rodriguez's autobiography, Hunger of Memory, in order to analyze his opinions on affirmative action. Rodriguez has a unique ability to see minority issues from a slightly different perspective. This perspective is enlightening even if one does not agree with his conclusions. For instance, Rodriguez is opposed to affirmative action even though he admits that such social action programs benefited him throughout his academic career. The writer demonstrates that it is Rodriguez's views on class inequality rather then racial inequality that is at the basis of his philosophy. Quotations from the source. Bibiliography lists book itself as only source.
Filename: Richrod.wps

The Thirteenth Amendment / Are All Men Created Equal ?
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This 10 page paper asks whether or not minorities are treated fairly in America today. The 13th amendment effectively freed the slaves and deemed every citizen equal to one another regardless of race. The writer takes the stance that the promises made have not been realized. Solutions are explored and a discussion on the appropriateness of affirmative action is also included. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: 13amend.rtf