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Can we just agree that evaluating anonymized work samples the way orchestras evaluate blind auditions would make things simpler and easier?

http://www.theguardian.com/women-in-leadership/2013/oct/14/b...

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I don't agree with that premise though. I agree you would end up with a complement of capable employees but it doesn't address culturally-embedded, systemic discrimination. That is what affirmative action is designed to address. I presume to respect your intellect, so I am sure you are aware that access to quality education is problematic for various ethnic and racial groups in the United States (and beyond - but I am specifically addressing affirmative action).

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