The scandal has been fuel for proponent of affirmative action to point to the scandal, as well as legacy and other admissions programs that give preference to children of wealthy donors. We walk through the flames of the impact of the college admissions program will have on affirmative action programs, how it could impact parents and the anxiety levels already inherent in the closed door process of college admissions.
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Philadelphia Futures:
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