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 377 Republicans voters.
63% Yes |
37% No |
63% Yes |
37% No |
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Unique answers from Republicans voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@JcawolfsonIndependent 4mos4MO
Regardless, we must ensure the most qualified candidate gets the job and that there is no hidden discrimination
@B54KK6C1mo1MO
yes, and put in place requirements that they cannot reject someone on basis of disability, religion, gender identity etc
@B2RQ5B24mos4MO
yes, but only if race, gender, and other characteristics that could cause bias be removed from all aspects of the job application
@B4LVXX42mos2MO
Yes, however there must be some way to prove that a prospective hire was not discriminated against because of their identity
@Dry550 2mos2MO
No, the idea that affirmative action requirements will only focus on certain groups and outright ignore merit and qualifications is a false way of thinking about the bigger picture. All groups should have equal opportunity
@B58X43Z1mo1MO
Everyone should be hired based on merit and qualifications, with no way to show it. Any discrimination towards anyone should be prohibited, so interviews and resumes should be free of any determining factors. Such as, age, race, sex, etc.
@B4W3JYQ2mos2MO
it depends because I'm a Hispanic female and if I couldn't get a job due to my race group and sex that wouldn't be too fair.
@B4RT63H 2mos2MO
No but tweak them to make them more relative to the area that the company works in (I.e a company in a county that is 98% white will have difficulty ensuring diversity compared to a company that is in a diverse area).
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