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Constitutional Law

Sep. 5, 2001

Affirmative Action Infraction

Why does Randy Pech deserve to be punished by the federal government? That question ought to prevail above all others as the U.S. Supreme Court considers a pending case challenging race preferences in federal highway contracts. In late October, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Adarand v. Mineta , Randy Pech's challenge to the Department of Transportation's discriminatory policies.

By Harold Johnson

        Why does Randy Pech deserve to be punished by the federal government? That question ought to prevail above all others as the U.S. Supreme Court considers a pending case challenging race preferences in federal highway contracts. In late October, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Adarand v. Mineta, Randy Pech's challenge to the Department of Transportation's discriminatory poli...

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