Discuss the view of reverse discrimination created or supported by affirmative action programs

Question

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Answer 1

Affirmative action programs have been attacked on the grounds that, in an attempt to correct past discrimination, the programs themselves are racially or sexually discriminatory. Critics argue that by showing preference to minorities or women, the programs institute a form of reverse discrimination against white males by using nonrelevant characteristics—race or sex—to make employment decisions. Critics argue this violates justice by violating the principles of equality and equal opportunity.