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Richard Kahlenberg, a researcher at the Progressive Policy Institute, a left-leaning think tank, supports class-based affirmative action, which would give preferences to students from lower income groups.
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Richard Kahlenberg supports class-based affirmative action which would give preferences to students from lower income groups
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February 15, 2026 at 5:43 PM (2 months ago)
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February 15, 2026 at 5:43 PM (2 months ago)

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President Trump signed an executive order requiring universities to disclose applicant data, sparking debate over merit in admissions. The order aims to increase scrutiny of colleges' practices, potentially impacting diversity. Experts predict the order could lead to wealthier, less diverse student populations.

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