Morning Wire Texas DEI & Transgender Powerlifting Lawsuit | 3.11.23
Mar 11, 2023
Texas A&M University shifts gears by eliminating DEI statements from its hiring process, raising eyebrows about merit-based admissions. A landmark court ruling mandates changes in USA Powerlifting’s policies for transgender athletes, igniting discussions about gender identity in sports. Meanwhile, the podcast dives into the evolving tipping culture, coining terms like 'tipflation' to describe consumer pressures amid inflation, revealing the changing attitudes and challenges workers face as gratuities become a hot topic.
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Texas A&M Drops DEI
- Texas A&M University System ends DEI credentials for admissions and hiring.
- This follows Governor Greg Abbott's order, emphasizing merit-based selection.
Ineffective DEI at A&M
- DEI practices at Texas A&M haven't increased Black faculty or graduates.
- Students' sense of belonging decreased across all ethnic groups, especially among Black students.
DEI Workarounds
- Universities might circumvent the ban on DEI statements by looking for related information elsewhere in applications.
- Administrators responsible for DEI initiatives remain in place, potentially hindering complete eradication.