Research Prospectus

Affirmative Action has helped minorities in the past, but at this point in time, it hurts more than it helps and the practice should be abolished. This topic is a very important issue in the United States of America and can hurt race relations. I plan on reviewing decisions made by the U.S. Supreme Courts, philosophers who debated on the issue, and news articles on the misguided application of the idea. My belief is that affirmative action actually divides races rather than improving the situation of certain races that have had difficulties adjusting to new rights and opportunities. I hope to convince others that while racism is still present in America, Americans care more about productivity rather than race. A minority with exceptional skills can succeed without worrying about their race impeding their progress. In addition, other races can also succeed without the fear of being passed over for another disadvantaged race. The treatment of all races equally truly evens the playing field and eases any resentment between the races.