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Ep. 84 - Lights, Camera, (Affirmative) Action!


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This payday, Amber and Erika are unpacking the Supreme Court's recent ruling on affirmative action in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College. We discuss the significance of the Court holding that race conscious admissions policies violate the 14th Amendment. But more importantly, we walk through how this ruling highlights America's historical dishonesty regarding the enduring impact and present perpetuation of systemic racism. Finally, by revealing who the people and institutions are behind this litigation, we drop the scoop on the far reaching implications of this case and what's coming next. Take a listen to see what we have to say!

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