Analyzes briefly some of the compliance standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), using the evolution of disability discrimination law under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as a guide. Concludes that the ADA's compliance standards are more vaguely worded than the earlier legislation, possibly opening the door to a wave of…

Summarizes a background paper presented and discussion held on affirmative action at a 1978 conference for human rights professionals. Paper focuses on litigation relating to jobs and educational opportunity in the United States, while discussion considers affirmative action in Canada and Western Europe. (GC)

Civil rights legislation is not sufficient to challenge poverty and racial discrimination: a national consensus is needed. Using a marketing model, presents a public education campaign designed to facilitate changes in attitudes and understanding, including researching attitudes, identifying the audience, and message development. (CJS)