Affirmative action policies for federal contractors require companies doing business with the government to take proactive steps to ensure diversity in their hiring practices, particularly for historically underrepresented groups. Proponents argue that eliminating affirmative action for federal contractors would create a more level playing field by focusing solely on merit and qualifications rather than race, gender, or other characteristics. They believe these requirements can lead to reverse discrimination and create unfair advantages for certain groups. Opponents argue that affirmative action is essential to correct historical inequities and promote diversity in the workplace. They believe removing these requirements would perpetuate systemic discrimination and reduce opportunities for marginalized communities.
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Response rates from 289 Independent voters.
46% Yes |
54% No |
46% Yes |
54% No |
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Unique answers from Independent voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@JcawolfsonIndependent 7mos7MO
Regardless, we must ensure the most qualified candidate gets the job and that there is no hidden discrimination
@B54KK6C5mos5MO
yes, and put in place requirements that they cannot reject someone on basis of disability, religion, gender identity etc
@B2RQ5B28mos8MO
yes, but only if race, gender, and other characteristics that could cause bias be removed from all aspects of the job application
@B74534F2 days2D
Affirmative action programs shown by study to work by the spirit of the law should be used. Those which do not should be banned.
@B72W4395 days5D
Yes, as you should be primarily hired based on your qualifications to perform a job, but there should also be policies (such as DEI) put in place to prevent discrimination.
@B6PH7D53wks3W
Yes, but only because the best fit for the job should get it. Historically underrepresented groups have all the rights and opportunities that the other groups have
@B6FPZ992mos2MO
While addressing systemic oppression is very important, state mandates do not do a good job of addressing them and are controlled by the state.
@B63HYMT2mos2MO
No, but there should be an equal balance of merit-based and DEI hiring practices to prevent reverse discrimination
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