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The article explains it very well why: > "To prevent a dangerous increase in the proportion of Jews, I know at present only one way, which is at the same time
by 21 8y ago
The article explains it very well why:
> "To prevent a dangerous increase in the proportion of Jews, I know at present only one way, which is at the same time straightforward and effective,” wrote A. Lawrence Lowell, Harvard’s president in the 1920s, “and that is a selection by a personal estimate of character on the part of the Admission authorities"
- TAForObvReasons 8y agoI don't necessarily disagree with the idea that Harvard's admission practices should include other factors, but if they are receiving tax breaks there should be a federal / state-level monitor to evaluate the admissions practices. It's ridiculous to apply arbitrary criteria while they enjoy tax exempt status. If an educational institution wishes to apply capricious standards, let them pay taxes.
- JumpCrisscross 8y ago> If an educational institution wishes to apply capricious standards, let them pay taxes Race is a protected class. Converting to a taxable entity would not protect Harvard Admissions from being racist.
- workinthehead 8y agoWhoosh. They're not being "racist". They're simply applying a "character test".