What is Affirmative Action as a concept (in your own words), and do you agree with it as a policy?

This is a 1-page Reaction Paper (formal piece of writing). It should contain 4 paragraphs and must be one entire page of your own writing (Times New Roman, 12-pt font; double-spacing, 1-inch margins all around). You will be required to upload and submit a PDF document via Blackboard.

Do not use direct quotes from anywhere. Instead, summarize your observations using your own words.

TOPIC: The topic of this Reaction Paper is Affirmative Action as a concept and as a policy.

Paragraph #1:

What is Affirmative Action as a concept (in your own words), and do you agree with it as a policy? [This paragraph should be very concise and should be no more than 4 sentences. Also, you must state whether you agree or disagree with Affirmative Action as a policy. There is no in-between position. Take a stand.]

Paragraph #2:

Using an example from either C. West or S. Steele (from our readings), support the position you took in paragraph 1. [Explain why you agree/disagree with the author you chose.]

Paragraph #3:

Thinking broadly about some of the characteristics of Affirmative Action as a concept, describe an example of how Affirmative Action appears in your own life. [Explain your answer.]

Paragraph #4:

Summarize or close your essay with some final thoughts. [This could be 3 sentences.]

Remember, I am asking you NOT to use direct quotes. Instead, summarize your observations using your own words. This is a formal Reaction Paper that requires you to be concise and descriptive while explaining and supporting your position about the role of Affirmative Action as a concept, as a policy, and as something that is present in your own life.

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