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Trump administration rescinds Obama-era guidance on race and college admissions

The Trump administration rescinded an Obama-era policy that encouraged universities to consider race when accepting students. The policy was set forth in order to promote diversity on college campuses, but the Trump administration suggests institutions should use "race-blind admission standards." Michelle Hackman, education reporter at the Wall Street Journal, joined CBSN with the latest on the decision.
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