Advantages and Controversy of US "Affirmative Action" concerning African - Americans

The paper examines US race relations through the lens of affirmative action, highlighting its evolution post-civil rights movement in the 1960s. It defines affirmative action, discussing its purpose and the complexities surrounding preferential treatment. The author traces African-American history from the end of slavery to the civil rights activism of the 1950s and 1960s, presenting arguments for and against affirmative action, including issues of reverse discrimination. Ultimately, the paper argues for the continued need for affirmative action and suggests potential revisions.