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Race Issues In Job Hunting

Nothing new, but this is a well written piece by Michael Luo from the New York Times.

There are interviews from job seekers that actually go out of their way to obfuscate their race on their resumes.

β€œIf they’re going to X me,” Mr. Williams said, β€œI’d like to at least get in the door first.”

It also ponders the question of whether or not there is a backlash from Obama being elected president.

Several interviewed went so far as to say that they believed there was only so much progress that many in the country could take, and that there was now a backlash against blacks.
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Posted By: Michael
12/07/09 03:13 PM

Luo, he author of this piece was discussing this article and research on NPR today. I enjoyed listening to his commentary. His position was pragmatic and analytical. He at no point made any accusations based on the data. Just pointed out the obviousness of the trends while callers commented on its implications. I always appreciate displayed poise when discussing delicate issues.
Posted By: Dylan
12/07/09 05:08 PM

If anyone would like to know my personal opinions on this issue, PM me. =]
Posted By: Michael
12/07/09 05:12 PM

roffle. well played.
Posted By: onemiamibum
12/07/09 05:14 PM

I've never had a problem.