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In late May, 16 female cadets in their fourth year at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point gathered in their grey dress uniforms, complete with crossed sabres, for an “old corps” photo — a tradition among those graduating. In a show of pride and solidarity, these women raised their fists and a photo was snapped. The problem? These 16 women are black, and as the photo went viral, a narrative developed that these women had intended to align themselves with the “Black Lives Matter” movement.
How Affirmative Action Works At West Point
Posted from taskandpurpose.com
United States Military Academy (USMA West Point)
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"He added that while West Point does use race as a determinant in its appointment process, it doesn’t in any way negate the need for cadets to have comparable standings among their peers of any other race, religion, or gender."
Affirmative Action equates to an acknowledgement that some people cannot get ahead by their own personal merits. Many are viewed as a product of "the system".
"He added that while West Point does use race as a determinant in its appointment process, it doesn’t in any way negate the need for cadets to have comparable standings among their peers of any other race, religion, or gender."
Affirmative Action equates to an acknowledgement that some people cannot get ahead by their own personal merits. Many are viewed as a product of "the system".
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Can't argue with you there. I'd just as soon do away with any affirmative action, however, we should remember that "veterans" fall into a classification for preferential hiring as well.
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