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Peer reviewedChang, Weining C. – Journal of Social Issues, 1996
Discusses why affirmative action lacks full support in the United States. Two fairness issues are addressed in judging affirmative action programs: heightened salience of group identity and differences; and perceived scarcity of resources. Argues how program design and viewing work force diversity as a feasible means toward economic expansion can…
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Criticism, Equal Opportunities (Jobs), Personnel Selection
