The Continuing Relevance of Race-Concious Remedies and Prgrams in Integrating the Nation's Workforce

Authors

Michael L. Foreman
Kristin M. Dadey
Audrey J. Wiggins

Abstract

The authors argue that achieving diversity should be one of the main legitimate justifications for affirmative action programs, in addition to the traditionally cited "remedy for past discrimination" justification. The authors describe the legal framework for affirmative action beginning with the Civil Rights Act of 1964. They discuss the various types of affirmative action plans - public and private, court ordered and voluntary. The article concludes with a discussion of Department of Justice and EEOC policies towards affirmative action, arguing that the federal government should be the biggest proponent of such programs.

Recommended Citation

Foreman, Michael L.; Dadey, Kristin M.; and Wiggins, Audrey J. (2004) "The Continuing Relevance of Race-Concious Remedies and Prgrams in Integrating the Nation's Workforce," Hofstra Labor & Employment Law Journal: Vol. 22: Iss. 1, Article 3.
Available at: https://scholarlycommons.law.hofstra.edu/hlelj/vol22/iss1/3