The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1758 - Affirmative Action Is DEAD
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Jun 30, 2023 The Supreme Court's landmark ruling against affirmative action in college admissions is dissected, revealing its implications for racial equality. The discussion critiques group-based policies, warning of their potential to harm individual performance. A debate unfolds over merit versus race in admissions, questioning the fairness of existing systems. Key justices weigh in on the complex legal perspectives, while public outrage highlights a disconnect between judicial opinions and popular sentiment on equity in education.
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Affirmative Action's False Promise
- Affirmative action's claim of providing a path to success is false; black poverty rates remain unchanged.
- Mismatched black students are more likely to drop out, hindering their academic and professional careers.
The MLB Analogy
- Ben Shapiro uses Major League Baseball's color line as an analogy to illustrate the flaws of affirmative action.
- He argues that lowering standards based on race does not improve performance and exacerbates racial tensions.
Roberts' Opinion
- Chief Justice Roberts' opinion emphasizes the Equal Protection Clause's colorblind nature.
- Roberts argues that colleges lack a compelling interest and measurable justification for race-based admissions.