Introduction   * Assumptions associated with affirmative action:       + Promotes social equality.       + Is subject to the will of the people.   * History repeats itself. The author of the newspaper assumes that affirmative action is a social policy aimed at addressing inequalities in a community. The judges hold a similar perspective. However, they ruled in favor of banning affirmative action since it goes against democracy. Voters in the state of Michigan support the ban. The situation is reminiscent of previous regimes where legal frameworks were established to mistreat minorities. Before the court ruling, the policy of affirmative action was in existence. However, the Michigan court ruled that its existence was unconstitutional. Assumptions on Affirmative Action The assumptions revolving around affirmative action result in a blame game. For instance, admission to university is marred by controversies. Most people from racial minority groups have developed an attitude that they are being discriminated against. Such an argument may be true. However, it does not erode the need to create a level playing field on which people in a community can access the necessary resources without qualms. Assumptions on Affirmative Action Is History Repeating Itself? Historical accounts of institutionalized discrimination are emerging. For example, policies that established and supported slavery were enacted by law. Presently, the abolition of affirmative action acts as an opportunity for the majority to enjoy privileges at the expense of the minorities. Is History Repeating Itself Social Attitudes towards Affirmative Action The following are the perceptions that citizens have towards affirmative action:   * It is associated with gaps in unemployment.   * Educational and academic disparities.   * Wage differences.   * Racial profiling. The supporters of the ban on affirmative action argue that blacks are less productive. The social attitudes create the impression that these individuals are given special treatment that they do not deserve. Affirmative action paints blacks as people who are less productive and who are dependent on aid. Separately, the social attitudes held by some individuals assume that the government lacks goodwill as far as encouraging affirmative action in cases where blacks are still oppressed by the system is concerned. The social attitudes create the impression that there is a level playing field. The stereotypes brought about by these attitudes are major contributors towards the banning of affirmative action. Social Attitudes towards Affirmative Action Forms of Discrimination   * Racial profiling.   * Unfair employment distribution.   * Inability to access healthcare and education.   * Little socio-economic support to the minorities. Affirmative action comes about as a result of the unfairness that exists in a society. Proponents of the policy argue that institutionalized discrimination can only be solved through affirmative action. Racial Profiling   * Immigration.   * Crime.   * Education.   * Employment opportunities. Racial profiling emerges especially when it comes to cases of policing. Most police officers tend to associate blacks with crime. Consequently, access to education and employment opportunities is a challenge to most minorities. Unfair Employment Minorities are affected more by unemployment compared to the major