Consider This from NPR The wider impact of DEI changes under the Trump administration
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Feb 6, 2025 
Shinjirai Kumanika, an Assistant Professor at NYU School of Journalism and a key figure in a lawsuit against the Trump administration's DEI policies, sheds light on the dramatic shifts in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices since Trump's presidency. They discuss how major companies are retreating from their DEI commitments and the confusion surrounding program implementation. Kumanika highlights the societal implications of dismantling these initiatives, particularly in healthcare and academia, emphasizing the need for genuine progress and open dialogue on equity.
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Corporate Shift
Walmart and other major companies are retracting their DEI funding, indicating a broader alignment with President Trump's agenda. This reflects a significant shift in corporate America's approach to diversity.
Critique of Corporate DEI
Critics argue that many corporations only superficially embraced DEI after the George Floyd protests. This highlights a need for a more serious, structural commitment to diversity and equity.
Historical Context of DEI
DEI initiatives stem from a long history of exclusionary practices in the U.S. They aim to reverse systemic barriers faced by marginalized groups throughout history.