It is taken as read that America’s next president is bad news for diversity, equity and inclusion — the now-ubiquitous shorthand for the notion that workplaces should be fair, encouraging and open to everyone.
Exhibit A is the executive order Donald Trump signed at the end of his previous term. It sought to end “employee trainings that use divisive propaganda to undermine the principle of fair and equal treatment for all”.
President Biden ditched M-20-37 as soon as he came to power. Four years on, Trump has another shot at implementation. Expect his signature on something soon — especially as loathing of DEI permeates his new inner circle.