Employers may be accused of reverse discrimination, or giving preference to members of protected classes, to the extent that unprotected individuals believe they are suffering discrimination.

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Reverse discrimination refers to situations where members of traditionally disadvantaged or underrepresented groups are given preferential treatment over members of historically advantaged groups. This can lead to complaints of discrimination from unprotected individuals who feel that they are being treated unfairly.

Employers May Be Accused of Reverse Discrimination, or Giving Preference