Today, Explained The man who helped kill DEI
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Mar 13, 2025 
Richard Hanania, author of "The Origins of Woke," discusses how he played a key role in dismantling Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies, influenced by online right-wing ideologies. Andrew Prokop, a Vox senior correspondent, joins to analyze the impact of internet culture on the Trump administration's policies. They explore the shift in political discourse post-2020 election and the alliance against progressive values. Reflecting on DEI's implications, they highlight both personal evolution and the future of these contentious concepts in political debates.
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Online Influence in the Trump Administration
- The new Trump administration heavily relies on online personalities.
- This includes figures like Elon Musk and J.D. Vance, impacting policy decisions.
Online Right's Target
- The online right targets perceived centers of progressive power.
- Their resentment towards "progressive cultural dominance" fuels this.
The Marco Elez Incident
- Elon Musk's engineer, Marco Elez, made racist posts under a pseudonym.
- J.D. Vance defended him, highlighting the online right's tolerance for such behavior.
