... case, the board decided to use an affirmative action policy as a basis for retaining the black teacher. Plaintiff Taxman cried reverse discrimination. Circuit Judge Mansmann found in favour of the plaintiff and enjoyed the affirmative action plan, basing his decision on Title VII. Later the defendant appealed, but it was settled before it went to the Supreme Court of Appeals. Defendant - Person or Persons that the complaint is filed against. Plaintiff - Person filing the complaint. Affirmative Action - Programs adopted by employers to increase the representation of women and minorities in their workforce. Reverse Discrimination - Discrimination in favor of members or groups that have been previously discriminated against; claim usually raised by a white male. Title VII - A statute that prohibits discrimination in hiring, firing or other terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Title VII is not violated if the ...

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