Why are affirmative action programs controversial?
A) Most whites believe they do not do enough to address the racial oppression of minorities.
B) Opponents consider them to be “reverse discrimination” and unfair to whites.
C) Black and Latino people are overrepresented in positions of power and privilege.
D) Racial discrimination was overcome when slavery was ended.
Answer: B
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