Bill Clinton: “Affirmative action began simply as a means to an end of enduring…”

On the recordJuly 19, 1995

Affirmative action began simply as a means to an end of enduring national purpose, equal opportunity for all Americans.

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Discussing the origins and purpose of affirmative action.

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