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June 1st, 2009

Brazil in Black and White
Video Segment 3

To participate in the University of Brasilia’s quota program, applicants must do something most have never been required to do — identify themselves as black.

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Adrian MD -- July 23rd, 2009 at 2:09 am

WOW…this is where the shame is revealed. In order for any other person of color can qualify, they have to chose a side. And, I’m sure they wouldn’t like to consider themselves what is being ostracized. I can also see where two birds can be killed with one stone, because this will surely create dissension hence segregation, where it is stated that it doesn’t exist….divided they fall.

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