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\nDebate: Should Race Be Considered in College Admissions?\n

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\nA recent lawsuit against Harvard University alleged that the university discriminates unfairly against Asian-Americans in its admissions process. The trial led to an internal investigation at Harvard and the public release of admissions...\nA recent lawsuit against Harvard University alleged that the university discriminates unfairly against Asian-Americans in its admissions process. The trial led to an internal investigation at Harvard and the public release of admissions data indicating that Asian-Americans made up a much lower percentage of the class than they would have if admissions were based only on academic achievement. Some are concerned that the lawsuit may dismantle affirmative action practices that have ensured diversity at selective colleges. Listen to hear commentary from an Asian- American who attended an elite college and then debate: Should race be considered in college admissions?\n
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2:29
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Pre-K - Higher Ed
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\nPodcasts from New England Public Media\n\n
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2019
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English
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education, affirmative action, discrimination, evidence
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race, asian, nepm, asian american, internal review, considered, students, review, college, asians, harvard, races, admission, yale, universities
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