USPresident Obama Nominated New York Judge Sonia Sotamayor to the Supreme

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U.S.President Obama nominated New York Judge Sonia Sotamayor to the Supreme Court,to fill the position vacated by Justice Sutter.At the hearings that preceded the vote by the Senate,there was extensive discussion about Judge Sotamayor's past speeches where she alluded to a sensitivity toward minority problems and situations due to the fact that she is a Hispanic minority and a woman.The concern by many senators is that the law should be applied equally among all groups in the U.S. ;in fact,some were worried about reverse discrimination.Others favored the fact that her background would bring a different perspective to the court.Although there are differences between an appointment to the Supreme Court and appointing employees to management positions,there are also similarities in these actions.High profile positions and appointments serve as examples.From a business perspective,why might such an action be a good thing?

A) Creating a diverse supreme court is never a good idea.It will certainly lend itself to more laws similar to affirmative action and other hiring issues.
B) Businesses always follow the lead of politicians and political appointments.Companies now have a "heads-up" that their competitors will start campaigns to promote minorities to top positions.
C) Creating a team of diverse individuals working for your business will help you make decisions based on a variety of perspectives,and ultimately to attract and retain a diverse group of customers.
D) It's unethical and illegal to pass-up a minority candidate that is equally qualifieD.
The senators had no choice but to confirm this nomination,and they are warning businesses that they must do the same,or face future repercussions.