The private sector is ditching DEI, but government can’t let go

Category: Politics

The resignation of former US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle highlights the failures of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives, which are criticized for promoting discrimination and failing to improve business outcomes. Companies and colleges are increasingly abandoning DEI programs, recognizing that focusing on appearances over qualifications undermines effectiveness. Critics argue that DEI leads to unqualified hires and increased division rather than unity.

Keywords: DEI, Kimberly Cheatle, Secret Service

Source: New York Post

Update At: 7/24/2024

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