Weaponizing Racial Narratives Against DEI

This chapter explores how racial narratives are manipulated to attack Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, framing minority workers as undeserving. It examines the broader socio-political consequences of these narratives, linking them to a far-right agenda that undermines academic freedom and worker solidarity, especially among marginalized communities. The discussion critiques leftist complacency and emphasizes the need for inclusive solidarity within class struggles against a backdrop of rising authoritarianism.