College Uncovered: DEI Backlash
Kirk Carapezza,
The Hechinger Report,
Oct 10, 2024
My views here: 'Neutrality' isn't treating everyone 'the same'. Rather, neutrality should reflect the idea that, within some margin of error, a fair system of social supports (such as education) should reflect the demographics of the wider population, for any given set of demographics. For any such system, deviation from the demographics of the wider population beyond a statistical norm is evidence of systematic discrimination, intentional or otherwise, and therefore identifies a systemic flaw that requires redress. A range of options for redress is available, and social support agencies should identify viable options based on evidence and apply them with the intent to restore the demographic balance. Predetermination that some options are unacceptable, or opposition to such a program, is to my mind tantamount to arguing that the social support system should favour or discriminate against certain demographic groups, which harms the experience for all members of society, and undermines the concept of a just society, and any backlash should be treated as such.
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