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College Admissions: What Happens When We Lose Affirmative Action?

The loss of affirmative action in college admissions can have significant implications for the composition and diversity of student populations. Affirmative action is a policy that seeks to address historical inequalities and promote diversity by considering factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic background in the college admissions process. When affirmative action policies are eliminated or restricted, it can result in several potential outcomes: Reduced Diversity: Affirmative action aims to create more diverse student bodies by ensuring representation of historically underrepresented groups. Without it, colleges and universities may see a decrease in the enrollment of minority students, leading to less diverse student populations. Inequality and Access: Affirmative action seeks to level the playing field and provide opportunities for historically disadvantaged groups. Removing these policies can exacerbate existing inequalities in access to higher education, as s
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