<p>Why does it matter? Because everyone knows URMs get an advantage in admissions. Doesn’t matter if colleges deny it, data clearly shows average stats for blacks/Hispanics/NAs are significantly lower than that of Asians or even whites. I’m fine with that because I understand people from those backgrounds are often disadvantaged and I fully support colleges adding diversity while supporting education for the disadvantaged. What I’m not fine with is people using that factor in order to gain an unfair edge in admissions. I’m Asian American which means I’m statistically less likely to get into colleges than other racial or ethnic groups. Why can’t I put black if I listen to rap music and live in Harlem? Why can’t I put Hispanic if I’m fluent in Spanish and eat lots of Mexican food? If everyone tried to game to system like that the people that truly need help that truly will benefit from affirmative action don’t get it and it loses credibility as a legitimate benefactor for the disadvantaged.</p>