Prioritizing Diversity Over Competence

The focus on diversity in recruitment like the initiative to have 30% female recruits in the Secret Service by 2030 is part of a larger narrative to increase diversity. While capability should be the main factor in hiring decisions, some argue that prioritizing diversity over competence can be dangerous. The speaker suggests that every person's contribution should be measured in terms of making the organization more lethal, especially in the military, where the primary goal is to be the most lethal fighting force. Ultimately, the emphasis should be on individuals' ability to enhance lethality rather than just achieving diversity targets.