In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision abolishing affirmative action, elite universities continue to perpetuate inequality through legacy admissions, favoring affluent applicants over marginalized ones.
Justice Clarence Thomas emphasized that despite historical discrimination, all individuals deserve equal treatment under the law. Yet, disparities in college admissions reveal ongoing inequities in higher education.
The recent sharp decline in Black student enrollment at prestigious institutions starkly illustrates the negative impact of the Supreme Court ruling, raising concerns about educational equity.
Organizers at over 18 universities convened to address the pressing need to democratize elite education and challenge the legacy admissions that reinforce privilege among the wealthy.
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