3 elements that cause black-white achievement gap theories to endure
1. Fear of acting white
2. Internalization of negative stereotypes (Stereotype Threat - psychological process which occurs when members of a negatively stereotyped group are placed in a situation where they fear they may confirm stereotypes)
3. Argument about intelligence from genetics
Myths of Preferential Policies
1. Affirmative action is thought to be the only form of preferential treatment
2. Affirmative action takes away opportunities from deserving white students
3. Blacks and Hispanics who gain admittance through affirmative action are unprepared and will fail
The Dream Act
Under this act undocumented immigrants can be eligible for a conditional path to citizenship for military service or two years of college