This week, the Center for Equal Opportunity (CEO), joined by our colleagues at the Manhattan Institute, filed an amicusbrief with the Supreme Court of the United States in Khatibi v. Lawson.
This brief represents a critical moment in the ongoing defense of America’s foundational principle: true equality under the law, without regard to race, ethnicity, or color. The core question at the heart of this case is one that CEO has spent decades addressing: Can the government use racial engineering to divide Americans?
Our brief provides the Court with the historical context and robust empirical data necessary to reject racial preferences and uphold a merit-based society. We are proud to partner with the Manhattan Institute to ensure the Justices hear a resolute defense of a colorblind America.
A Team Effort: Carrying the Torch of CEO’s Legacy
For over thirty years, CEO has been the nation’s premier think tank dedicated to opposing racial preferences in higher education, government contracting, and employment. From our early work shaping the national debate to our persistent monitoring of civil rights enforcement, CEO has never wavered.
We want to specifically recognize the exceptional work of CEO General Counsel Shawna Bray, whose legal stewardship was instrumental in this filing. Furthermore, this project provided an immediate opportunity for our newest team member, CEO Law Clerk Anne-Marie Issa, whom we introduced to our supporters just last week.
Working alongside our legal team, Anne-Marie hit the ground running to support this high-stakes effort, proving exactly why strengthening our conservative legal pipeline is a top priority for the future of our movement.
This week’s submission is the direct continuation of our thirty-year legacy. Whether we are training the next generation of legal minds through our Civil Rights Fellowship, welcoming talented new staff, or holding powerful institutions accountable in the public square, our mission remains unchanged: monitoring, educating, and litigating to ensure that individual merit—not identity politics—defines the American Dream.
Looking Ahead
As this case moves forward, CEO will continue to lead the conversation, providing the intellectual ammunition needed to defeat the divisive ideology of racial balkanization.
We are incredibly grateful to our supporters who make this vital work possible. Your commitment allows CEO to stand on the front lines at the Supreme Court and ensure that the principles of individual liberty and equal opportunity prevail.
Stay tuned for further updates, analysis, and insights as the Court considers this monumental case.
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