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This article discusses the problems associated with the study of race and ethnicity in sociology in France. The author notes that the debate is not only one for academicians but also for politicians. It is suggested that in France especially, the issue is intricately linked with the debate over immigration, and this is explored in detail. The relationship this study has to the topic of assimilation is also presented along with legislation that concerns the issue. Also examined are the effects of other nations and the policies they have adopted such as the United States and its support of affirmative action. Ethnic statistics are also offered as their contribution to the study of discrimination is explored.

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This article presents a reprint of the article "Engagement républicain contre les discriminations" by Jean-François Amadieu, Patrick Weil, Dominique Sopo, Samuel Thomas, and Mouloud Aounit that appeared in the February 23, 2007 issue of "Libération." The authors discuss the progress of the fight against discrimination in France.