Affirmative Action
Why I Think Affirmative Action is Important For Minorities Affirmative action arose out of a desire to bring minority groups into institutions and professions that had traditionally been dominated by white males. ... Affirmative action has been debated intensely over the years, and continues to be a major topic in governmental debate. Many supporters view affirmative action as a milestone and many opponents see it as a millstone. Some people hold no opinion regarding affirmative action whatsoever. My own view is that affirmative action is necessary, and those who oppose it do not understand it’s importance in this society. The truth is that if not for affirmative action many working class individuals would be unemployed. ... Until the US operates on fair terms where there is no racism and no prejudice affirmative action will continue to be absolutely necessary. Two of the most common misconceptions about affirmative action is that it allows less-qualified people to "take the place" of those who are more qualified and that it is no longer necessary because there is a level playing field in the business world.