One Reason That Affirmative Action Is So Controversial Is That

question 18

Multiple Choice

One reason that affirmative action is so controversial is that

• A)since the 1980s the Supreme Court has imposed it on the American public despite congressional attempts to end it.
• B)most Americans admit that they oppose programs that ensure equal treatment for minorities.
• C)it is applied only to private businesses and schools,not to government programs and institutions.
• D)the Supreme Court has repeatedly declared it unconstitutional both in principle and in practice.
• E)it is viewed as giving preferential treatment,which is unpopular,instead of simply ensuring equal treatment.

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