Your whole argument could have been just that last sentence and I’d bet you’d have significantly less downvotes.
Although I’m disappointed by the courts decision I do believe class basis is a better measuring stick for AA. That said, I think there would be a pretty close correlation between the people who benefit now and the people who would benefit if the system was based on socioeconomic class.
I appreciate your thoughtful response and for taking the time to write it.
I don’t fully share your optimism, but it’s great this conversation didn’t devolve into a shouting match just because we are at odds.