<p>In our current society, it is believed that “diversity” is predicated on racial diversity. Until we progress enough that this belief changes, affirmative action will remain in place. Affirmative action is not there to help minorities; it affects such a minority of the minorities that it doesn’t really help any racial group as a whole. Affirmative action is there because colleges know that people want diversity, and that it’s a detriment to be labeled “homogenous.”</p>
<p>That is why no one will switch over to socioeconomic affirmative action: because that’s not the goal. It’s not inherently wrong, but hopefully the lines between racial culture will be blurred over time and diversity will be defined by individuals.</p>