AFFIRMATIVE ACTION What is affirmative action? This is a question that has plagued our nation since the 1960's. The term itself was coined during this decade. The problem has actually existed since the founding of our country. And the issue of discrimination has been around for much longer than that. Since slavery in the 19th century was addressed, we have been dealing with the injustices of American citizens and working to right all the wrongs done to minorities. The best way to discuss the ongoing issue of affirmative action is to take a look at the history, and see how it has cha....

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