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A top affirmative action lawyer said that some companies are caving to DEI criticism because ‘they’re wimps’

Neal Katyal said that many fears over legal retribution are unwarranted.

Fortune

CBS Needs a Safe Space for Tony Dokoupil's Critics

Despite the outrage from woke staffers, Ta-Nehisi Coates is hardly upset about the interview.

Reason

Some businesses are now backtracking on DEI. Biopharma cannot afford to and must remain resolute

'Leaders must hold the line so that never again are medicines developed for and by only some of us,' writes Cytokinetics CEO Robert Blum.

Fortune

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Has DEI become 'alphabet soup'? Business and government leaders debate how corporate America should move forward

"How do we create spaces, workplaces, that are more inclusive for us all, where we all belong?"

Fortune

Sen. Tester Urges Biden Admin To Reverse Grant Rejection

Senator Jon Tester challenges grant rejection for Montana universities over DEI hiring standards, sparking criticism and a tough re-election battle.

Top News

Toyota submits to social media pressure, reverses crucial policy

The Japanese automaker follows the likes of Ford after being targeted by a conservative crusader.

The Street

Toyota rebuffs attack as it follows Ford as new anti-DEI target

The Japanese automaker is the latest target of a fervent anti-DEI activist who took down Ford and a laundry list of household name corporations.

The Street

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The legacy of Martin Truex Jr., NASCAR's improbable champion

Martin Truex Jr.'s NASCAR journey isn't quite over, but his chance of becoming a multi-time Cup champion did end with his elimination in the opening round of the 2024 playoffs. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver at least had one championship to his name, in 2017, as well as three championship runner-ups.…

Motorsport

‘Simple-minded, underqualified white man’: Jasmine Crockett is back at it with the one-liners

‘This election is the best example of why y’all are so afraid of diversity, equity and inclusion,’ Rep Crockett slammed

The Independent UK

Anti-DEI activist Robby Starbuck is everywhere but critics say his influence is overstated

Robby Starbuck claims credit for Lowe’s, John Deere, and Tractor Supply disbanding their programs.

Fortune

Civil rights groups call on major corporations to stick with DEI programs

A broad group of civil rights organizations are calling on the CEOs and board members of major companies to maintain their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

The Independent UK

How an anti-'woke' firebrand is taking aim at the DEI programs of Fortune 500 companies like Ford, Tractor Supply and Caterpillar

Starbuck has claimed credit for policy changes at companies including Ford and Lowes.

Fortune

Plagiarism complaint against White Fragility author Robin DiAngelo dismissed

Author claims that 'progressive Black scholars in particular have been targeted’ after University of Washington rejects complaint over her 2004 doctoral thesis

The Guardian - UK

The dark history of GOP's "DEI" attacks

Experts link the right's "DEI hire" attacks to a dark history of racist political violence

Salon

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The Independent UK

North Carolina's public universities cut 59 positions as part of a massive DEI overhaul this summer

Newly released reports from North Carolina's public university system to prove compliance with a new systemwide diversity policy show several DEI position cuts and reassignments were made

Fortune

More CHROs are getting appointed to corporate boards—but rookies directors may have less luck

HR leaders are making gains in the boardroom.

Fortune

Black and Latino directors think boardroom diversity is declining in a troubling sign for DEI at the top of the business world

"These efforts require significant financial and operational rigor to sustain in the long term—just as any other business imperative would."

The Independent UK

At a DC bar full of Black Hill staffers, the debate was a time for marching orders

Few people understand the racist undertones of calling Harris a ‘DEI hire’ more than Black staffers working on Capitol Hill. Eric Garcia spent debate night at a watch party alongside Divine Nine Sorority Members, Black Hill staffers and Jim Clyburn

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The Guardian - US

How the US supreme court’s affirmative action ruling unleashed anti-DEI cases

Activists against diversity, equity and inclusion feel the 6-3 conservative majority will aid workplace lawsuits

The Street

Bud Light rival avoids boycott by cutting ‘woke’ policies

A top beer company is making a major change that some consumers may not like.

The Conversation

In the face of DEI backlash, belonging plays a key role to future success

Diversity, equity and inclusion efforts have become increasingly visible in U.S. workplaces, especially over the past five years. However, DEI has recently come under attack, with companies scaling back their DEI plans.

Multichannel News

Diversity Week Will Bring Industry’s DEI Report Card

AIM/PAR study results to be revealed during week of inclusion-related industry gatherings

International Business Times

Right-wing Activist Leads Charge Against US Equality Push

Ordinary Americans have "had enough" of inclusivity and diversity policies at US companies, according to Robby Starbuck, who has led a one-man campaign against the controversial initiatives.

The Conversation

DEI policies work best when they are designed to include everyone and are backed by evidence

As the U.S. becomes increasingly polarized, diversity, equity and inclusion – also known as DEI – efforts have been touted as a way to bridge social divides and promote a sense of belonging for everyone, especially for those who have been traditionally excluded or marginalized.

Fortune

It’s been a tough week for DEI as Lowe’s and Ford roll back initiatives—But the bigger picture tells a different story

The companies have joined John Deere, Tractor Supply, and Harley Davidson in this diversity retreat.

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