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Peer reviewedPincus, Fred L. – Journal of Intergroup Relations, 2002
Reviews hidden assumptions within the concept of reverse discrimination (e.g., racial and gender discrimination is a thing of the past), reviewing what is known about how affirmative action affects Whites. To the extent that affirmative action negatively impacts Whites, the article suggests substituting the more neutral term of "reduced…
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunities (Jobs), Males, Racial Discrimination
Peer reviewedEisner, Toni M. – Journal of Intergroup Relations, 1992
Describes the development and adoption of Dade County (Florida) guidelines regarding national origin employment discrimination based on language. Discusses the case of English-speaking sisters denied employment because they did not speak Spanish, which prompted development of the guidelines. Presents the text of the guidelines in full. (JB)
Descriptors: Bilingualism, Business Communication, Communication Problems, Court Litigation


