Civil Rights

Question 1

What is Affirmative Action?

Answer 1

Procedures designed to eliminate unlawful discrimination of races. This means that additional factors are considered when offering a person an opportunity.

Question 2

What are two cases brought against U Michigan?

Answer 2

Gratz v Bollinger- the system for general admissions was unconstitutional, as it disadvantaged everyone.
Grutter v Bollinger- Admissions to the law school did promote equal opportunities.

Question 3

What are civil rights?

Answer 3

Curbs on the power of majorities to make decisions that may harm certain members of society.

Question 4

What are Civil liberties?

Answer 4

Limitations placed on the government, meaning that they can’t interfere with individuals freedoms.

Question 5

Where can US civil Liberties be found?

Answer 5

The Bill of Rights

Question 6

What was Proposition 209?

Answer 6

Passed in California in 1996. Ruled out all affirmative action for employment and some universities in the state.