Affirmative action was created as a way of directly and proactively attracting more qualified members of a protected class into the workforce. Although most people believe that affirmative action has served a useful function, some now believe that it is no longer needed. Specifically, they argue that companies today recognize the importance of hiring the best people possible and will continue to seek those individuals on their own without the pressure of formal affirmative action. Others, however, believe that affirmative action is still necessary to meet its original objectives. What do you think?

Write a position paper about this subject. Give a minimum of 3 arguements for or against affirmative action. Be specific about how and when you believe affirmative action should or should not be used.