The whole idea that "diversity" can only exist along one plane - skin color - is just ridiculous. If we are all equal, then we are all equal. If color doesn't matter, then it doesn't matter. As long as we keep focusing on our differences we are doomed to only see ourselves as members of groups and not as unique individuals with diverse interests, experiences, and values (content of one's character.)

As I see it here is the catch-22. Yes, it violates anti-discrimination laws and, correct me if I'm wrong, the 14th Amendment. However, the need for Affirmative Action is not dead. So where is the middle ground? In the past Affirmative Action was used less as a way for inercity blacks out of poverty and more a way to exact fines against businesses no matter how well the conformed and as it is still used today, a way to charge racism especially when none exists and overlook it where it does.