Over the past year, it seems like many Americans have had quite enough of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs that have become a hot topic across the nation. Big corporations like Ford and Coors, Lowe’s, Boeing, Walmart, Costco, Tractor Supply, and even Jack Daniels have decided to roll back their DEI initiatives. It’s like a national high-five celebration. But while it may feel like progress, it’s important for everyone to remember that DEI isn’t entirely done for. The American left isn’t just going to wave goodbye and disappear; they are crafty and persistent.
There’s a long history behind DEI that stretches back decades. What began with quotas morphed into affirmative action, and now we have DEI—like the latest fashion trend that keeps reinventing itself. Each time, it gets a shiny new name but carries the same controversial baggage. This past decade has seen DEI become more entrenched in universities and workplaces, often resembling a kind of modern-day affirmative action with a twist. The new incarnation has close companions like critical race theory and cancel culture, lurking around and waiting for an opportunity to spring back into the spotlight under a different name.
It’s notable that many Americans did not take this change lying down. They’ve stood up, often risking their jobs and reputations, to voice their discontent with the DEI complex they see as discriminatory. This pushback is not just a fleeting movement; it represents a deeper frustration many feel about how society has categorized individuals based on race, gender, and other characteristics. Sadly, this history of labeling can often lead to significant societal chaos, and the lessons learned from the past remain relevant today.
Not too long ago, a federal appeals court took issue with Nasdaq for attempting to impose quotas on company boards based on gender and race. This decision signals that there is still strong resistance against forced DEI frameworks, even from levels of authority that sometimes seem to favor the progressive agenda. As the country moves into 2025, it is vital that the victories achieved against DEI are not just viewed as final endpoints but rather as stepping stones in a much larger struggle.
Remaining vigilant is key. Those who want a nation where everyone is treated as an individual, rather than a label, must continue to speak out against any form of discrimination. Whether through federal legislation or executive orders aimed at clarifying that discrimination, regardless of the guise it wears, is unacceptable, the fight must continue. It is a journey toward a society that values character, effort, and integrity above all else. Let’s keep the momentum going, and remember, while the fight may be hard, it is a necessary one for the future of America’s core values.
