The Wall Street Journal | Where Affirmative Action Succeeded—and Where It Fell Short

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In light of the Supreme Court ruling, The Wall Street Journal examines the outcomes of affirmative action in higher education. The article explores both the successes and failures of affirmative action policies in diversifying student bodies and promoting educational access.

Associate Professor Julie Park weighs in on the long-term effectiveness of these policies, stating, "Affirmative action can help increase access to higher education for historically underrepresented groups." However, she also acknowledges the legal challenges and instances where these policies have fallen short of desired outcomes. 

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