Op-Ed
OP-ED: My testimony on affirmative action
By Alexandra Drakeford | 07/10/2023The Supreme Court and American University would have crushed my 17-year-old self’s dreams
Delivering American University's news and views since 1925 | Wednesday, October 4, 2023
The Supreme Court and American University would have crushed my 17-year-old self’s dreams
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This article is an opinion piece and does not necessarily reflect the views of The Eagle and its staff.
Cosigned by Disability+ Faculty & Staff Affinity Group Leaders and faculty members
