• In what way has affirmative action been effective in promoting diversity and inclusion in organizations and society?
• Explain how the factual evidence presented in J. McNickles' article (read "Since we elected an African American president twice, is racism still a problem in America", Harvey and Allard required textbook, pp. 70-78) lend support to affirmative action programs and policies?
• According to McNickles, what explains the perception gap that exists between whites and Black Americans when it comes to matters of race and racism?  Explain in detail.
• Identify, discuss and provide examples of three types of interconnected barriers and microaggressions that perpetuate stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination against specific groups.  Explain how each barrier and microaggression impedes diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the strategies that you would implement to eliminate each barrier.
• Distinguish differences from conflict and provide an example (read "The emotional connection of distinguishing differences and conflict", Harvey and Allard required textbook, pp. 38-44).  What are some of the dangers of avoiding and repressing differences in the workplace?
• Explain how institutional and systemic racism have and continue to  impede equal opportunities for Black Americans.  
• In a leadership capacity, how will you  combat institutional and systemic racism to ensure that all members of American society experience equal representation and access to fundamental rights?  (See Critical Race Theory)

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