Frank Riggs: “I believe affirmative action is outdated. Affirmative action, contrary to what several speakers have suggested, is no…”

I do want the opportunity to respond, since the previous speaker in the well I think just referred to me as being ``mean-spirited'' and ``bigoted.'' I guess the proper thing to do is to consider the source. But I also want to respond by…

I am very astounded to hear the gentleman say that our proposed reforms constitute a one-size-fits-all mandate imposed on State and local education agencies. My question to the gentleman... is does he realize that under current Federal…

Now, what did the United States 5th Circuit Court of Appeals decide in the Hopwood case? Hopwood v. The University of Texas, I quote: ``The 5th circuit ruled that diversity does not justify preferential admissions based on race.''

I do not see how we can support a policy that... facilitates, furthers illegal drug use and actually... puts us as lawmakers... in the position of... engaging in enabling behavior. And, furthermore, it sends the worst possible message that…