Affirmative Action: A Controversial Debate Unveiled

The Whitehead family, an African American family in Baltimore, discusses race and the legacy of slavery, including their views on affirmative action. While some family members support affirmative action as a necessary policy to address racial disparities, others, like Amir, believe that admissions should be based solely on merit. The Supreme Court's recent ruling to end race-conscious admissions at colleges and universities has sparked conversations among African Americans nationwide about how to deal with the legacy of slavery. The family's discussions reflect the broader debate on issues such as reparations and racial equity in America.