In the world of employment law and affirmative action, few cases stir up as much conversation as Johnson vs. Transportation Agency, Santa Clara County. Decided in the bustling 1980s, specifically 1987, this case is a throwback but with a modern-day echo. It’s a story that pits two worthy job candidates against each other, under the […]
Civic Post 4: Public Opinions on Affirmative Action
Affirmative action, a set of policies designed to level the playing field for minorities in education and employment, remains a hotly debated topic in the United States. Public opinion is complex, with strong feelings on both sides. Let’s delve into the data to understand how Americans view this enduring policy. On the surface, there seems […]
Civic Post 3: Affirmative Action in the Workplace
In today’s rapidly evolving work environment, the concept of affirmative action has become a hot-button issue, sparking debates and discussions across various platforms. At its core, affirmative action is designed to address historical inequalities and biases that have marginalized certain groups by providing them with greater opportunities in education, employment, and beyond. But as we […]
Civic Post 2: Students for Fair Admissions v. President and Fellows of Harvard College
In this blog post, we turn our attention to a pivotal moment in American jurisprudence, particularly with regard to the Supreme Court’s examination of affirmative action policies in higher education. This court case exposed the legal and societal ramifications of this scrutiny, highlighted the essence of the cases at hand, the potential impacts on the […]
Civic Post 1: Intro Affirmative Action
Today, let’s chat about something that often buzzes around in the news, workplace conversations, and college campuses: affirmative action. You’ve probably heard the term thrown around, but what does it really mean? How does it affect us, and why should we care? Let’s dive in! Think of affirmative action as a set of policies that […]