Should affirmative action be used in hiring or promotion decisions in the workplace?

Affirmative action is a topic that generates a high degree of dialogue in the field of HR management. There are strong opinions and perceptions on each side of the debate. Post a substantive response to the Discussion question. Using the course concepts, answer the following question: Should affirmative action be used in hiring or promotion decisions in the workplace? Why or why not? State at least three reasons to justify your answer Course Text: Employment Law for Human Resource Practice