Affirmative

Discrimination Lawsuit Unveiled: Northwestern University Accused of Hiring Less-Qualified People; Sparks Legal Battle Against Affirmative Action

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EVANSTON, Illinois – A recent lawsuit filed against Northwestern University has ignited a new challenge to affirmative action policies in the United States. The lawsuit alleges that the law school at Northwestern engages in discriminatory practices by favoring less-qualified individuals of color and women over white men for faculty positions, in violation of federal anti-discrimination laws. The lawsuit, initiated by a group known as Faculty, Alumni and Students Opposed to Racial Preferences, specifically targets Northwestern’s …

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GRANT GRAB: Court Blocks VC Firm from Issuing Grants for Black Women-Owned Businesses, Sparks Legal Battle Over Affirmative Action

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Atlanta, GA – A recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has temporarily halted an Atlanta-based venture capital firm from awarding grants exclusively for Black women-owned businesses. The appeals panel stated that allowing such grants would likely lead to discrimination against business owners of other races, marking a significant legal battle over civil rights and affirmative action in the private sector. The case revolves around the Fearless Fund, a venture …

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