Race Didn't Cost Abigail Fisher Her Spot at the University of Texas

http://m.theatlanticwire.com/national/2013/03/abigail-fisher-university-texas/63247/

Race Didn't Cost Abigail Fisher Her Spot at the University of Texas

This article discusses the case of Abigail Fisher, a white student who sued the University of Texas claiming that she was denied admission based on her race. The article provides a detailed overview of the case, including Fisher's argument that the university's affirmative action policy violated her constitutional rights. It also explores the history of affirmative action in the United States and the legal implications of Fisher's case. The article concludes by highlighting the potential impact of the Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action policies in higher education institutions.

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This article discusses the case of Abigail Fisher, a white student who sued the University of Texas claiming that she was denied admission based on her race. The article provides a detailed overview of the case, including Fisher's argument that the university's affirmative action policy violated her constitutional rights. It also explores the history of affirmative action in the United States and the legal implications of Fisher's case. The article concludes by highlighting the potential impact of the Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action policies in higher education institutions.