Hilary Burns

higher education reporter, The Boston Globe

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The Department of Education is investigating Harvard’s legacy admissions. Critics say the practice disproportionately favors kids of white, rich alumni and donors.

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The Department of Education is investigating Harvard’s legacy admissions. Critics say the practice disproportionately favors kids of white, rich alumni and donors.

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