Word: numerus
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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From these media presentations and closed doors whispers about U.S. college admissions one hears even the most vocal "meritocracy" guardians now advocating fixed quotas for Asian-Americans when just a few years ago they argued vehemently against a policy of numerus clausus. Some are now even going so far as to suggest that factors such as personality, community work, and other intangibles be reintroduced as criteria for admissions. These tactics represent a serious racist attack against Asian-Americans and the ultimate in hypocrisy. The message these hypocrites are sending to Blacks, Hispanics, Native Americans, and Asian-Americans is clear...