"An ethnic group given special favor by the community is marked as needing special favor-and the mark is borne prominently by every one of its members.Nasty racial stereotypes are reinforced,and the malicious imputation of inferiority is inescapable because it is tied to the color of the skin."
This passage ________ strong affirmative action policies because they ________ .
A)supports;can help eliminate racism and promote a color-blind society
B)supports;promote racism and prevent society from progressing
C)rejects;can help eliminate racism and promote a color-blind society
D)rejects;promote racism and prevent society from progressing

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The passage criticizes strong affirmative action policies, suggesting they reinforce racial stereotypes and inferiority, thus promoting racism and hindering societal progress.

"An Ethnic Group Given Special Favor by the Community Is