Not quite.... The current need to for a college degree is based on the SCOTUS case Griggs v Duke Power. In it Duke Power could no longer administer tests to prospective and current employees seeking employment or advancement and that those tests were discriminatory. Hence, to get around the Griggs case companies substitute a college degree.
Great insight. Much like the mandated minority employee percentages were fought by unions not wanting the minority influx and forcing minority owned subcontracting firms to be the substitute.
Re your post #15, you are exactly right. Most people have never heard of this case, but it was pivotal in setting up the situation we have.
Very interesting case. Thanks for the informative post.