Another thing is affirmative action policies really muddy socio-economic status as well. The academic ability would be wildly different for the kid of an engineer and the kid of a diversity consultant. However, they are likely to be in the same income level. Handing out college degrees does make anyone smarter or better behaved, but earning a college degree (if that can even be done these days) does demonstrates a level of intelligence, planning, and commitment.
Another thing is affirmative action policies really muddy socio-economic status as well. The academic ability would be wildly different for the kid of an engineer and the kid of a diversity consultant. However, they are likely to be in the same income level. Handing out college degrees does make anyone smarter or better behaved, but earning a college degree (if that can even be done these days) does demonstrates a level of intelligence, planning, and commitment.
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