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latimes.com • Lawsuit • USA
A highly qualified Asian American student, rejected by numerous colleges, is suing several institutions for alleged anti-Asian discrimination in their admissions processes.
newyorker.com • Politics • United States
This New Yorker article analyzes the history and legal battles surrounding affirmative action in the United States, highlighting its successes, controversies, and ongoing relevance in higher education and beyond.
nytimes.com • Politics • World
The Trump administration's letter to Harvard University outlines demands for merit-based admissions and hiring policies, eliminating race-based preferences, and enhancing viewpoint diversity.
nytimes.com • Education • United States
Amherst College, known for its diversity, experienced a sharp decline in Black student enrollment, causing concern and prompting discussions about its identity and the impact of changing national policies.
quillette.com • Politics • United States
Jason Riley's book, "The Affirmative Action Myth," critically examines the effectiveness and consequences of affirmative action policies in the United States, arguing that they have failed to benefit Black Americans and are maintained primarily to uphold a narrative rather than solve a problem.