The U.S. Constitution in Five Minutes - Joseph L. Smith
46. Does the Constitution Permit Affirmative Action?
The U.S. Constitution in Five Minutes - Joseph L. Smith
Kyla K. Stepp [+]
Central Michigan University
Kyla K. Stepp is an assistant professor of political science at Central Michigan University. Her research focuses on the intersection of constitutional law, including civil liberties and civil rights, with politics and public policy.
Description
Since the 1970s, the Supreme Court has handed down many decisions regarding the constitutionality of Affirmative Action programs. The Court’s decisions have evolved with changes in society and changes in the makeup of the Court. This chapter will examine the Court’s decisions on Affirmative Action and look at where we stand on this divisive constitutional issue today.