SOC 350 FNU Can Diversity Survive without Affirmative Action Question

In the following op-ed Dr. Patricia Williams, a prominent scholar of race and law, argues for the continuing need for affirmative action. If you were going to team up with Dr. Williams in a debate on the importance of diversity-based policies, what scholarly argument would you put forward in the debate? In your response, be sure to explore the theories of identity that emphasize how important diversity is, and the efficacy of diversity policies discussed in Sociological research.
Select this link to view the op-ed: NY Times Opinion: Can diversity survive without affirmative action?