Misperceptions of women and affirmative action principles in faculty hiring: Response to Elliott's comment on Bronstein et al.

Contends that R. Elliott (see record 1987-20068-001) misrepresented the research of P. Bronstein et al (see record 1986-20846-001) on qualifications of women applying for academic positions in psychology. It appears that Elliott did not fully understand the principles of affirmative action. These principles are outlined and explained. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)