John McWhorter – A New Agenda for Higher Ed?
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Debating DEI: Complexities and Consequences
This chapter critically examines the ongoing debate around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in academia, sparked by a student's inquiry at Brown University. It analyzes the implications of such initiatives within higher education, including bureaucratic challenges and societal backlash, while delving into the historical and personal dimensions of race and responsibility. The discussion emphasizes the need for self-reliance and competence in achieving true equality, questioning the role of sympathy in the discourse surrounding racial identity.
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