The Impossibility of Race-Blind Admissions

Growing up on a farm and running for student body are character-building experiences that deserve a place on college applications. So is being a person of color in America.

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    An interesting discussion of race-based admissions ala the Fisher case.

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    the enormity of

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    Perfect article.

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    Some of these arguments make me question if the problem is actually racism, or classism….

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    This is one of the most succinct arguments for affirmative action I’ve seen. Total must read.

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    I’m not sure I’ve ever been more disgusted with another person than I am with Abigail Fisher. Because of all the reasons...

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    Growing up on a farm and running for student body are character-building experiences that deserve a place on college...

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