Costco defends DEI program as other major retailers drop controversial diversity push
Costco's board of directors is calling on shareholders to vote against a proposal to eliminate the wholesale retailer's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program. “At Costco Wholesale, our success is built on service to our valued stakeholders: our employees, members, and suppliers. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is consistent with our Code of […]
These six states banned or limited DEI at colleges and universities in 2024
Six states, including some with Democratic governors, have prohibited or prohibited the use of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at public universities this year. DEI practices in higher education have been controversial in recent years, most often opposed by Republicans, and critics such as civil rights attorney Devon Westhill have argued that they are […]
Costco bucks anti-woke trend, tells shareholders to double down on DEI
Over the past year, many major American companies have rejected DEI and correspondingly dismantled racist policies, LGBT activism, and other alienating left-wing initiatives. On the other hand, Walmart, Ford, Harley-Davidson, Tractor Supply, Jack Daniel's, john deereseem to have learned from conservative consumers' success in converting Bud Light into an undesirable verb, but perhaps Costco's management, […]
Was 2024 the year DEI fell apart?
Diversity, equity, and inclusion “DEI” policies will face increased scrutiny in 2024, with at least a dozen major U.S. companies and hundreds of universities announcing that these once-innocent efforts I have decided to withdraw it. “I think it was inevitable,” conservative activist Robbie Starbuck told Fox News Digital about the backlash against DEI this year […]
Costco board wants shareholders to vote no on DEI program challenge
Gerald Store, CEO of Store Advisors and former Toys R Us and Target executive, reacts to November's strong retail report and explains how industry winners are “value-based” players. Masu. Costco's board of directors is calling on shareholders to vote against a proposal to eliminate the wholesale retailer's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program. “At Costco […]
DEI Stands for ‘Discrimination, Exclusion and Indoctrination’
Former University of Kentucky college swimmer Riley Gaines appeared on Friday's FOX News Channel broadcast of “Hannity” and said the November election was a rebuke of the left's efforts to force “absurdities,” including He argued that this includes obscuring cultural norms. modern Democratic Party. Gaines slammed so-called diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, calling them […]
Costco Embraces DEI As Other Companies Move In Opposite Direction
Costco has called on shareholders to vote against moves to limit the giant retailer's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts after receiving proposals to crack down on “discriminatory practices.” The National Center for Public Policy Research has asked Costco to issue a report on the risks the company may face by maintaining its current DEI […]
Costco rebuffs push to eliminate DEI programming
Costco's board of directors urged shareholders to vote against efforts that would limit the company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Annual Notice to Shareholders To eradicate “discriminatory practices” from the National Center for Public Policy Research. The conservative think tank assesses and releases a report on the risks of maintaining its current DEI […]
Elon Musk Urges Supporters to Stop Donating to Wikipedia over Massive DEI Spending
Elon Musk has named his online encyclopedia “Walkpedia” and moved to Wikipedia as he claims he plans to spend more than $50 million on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. He called on supporters to stop donating. of new york post report In a recent post on X/Twitter, Elon Musk expressed his disapproval of Wikipedia's […]
Wikipedia spent over $50M on DEI last year, focusing on ‘equity’ in culture and ‘gender’ across the globe
Wikipedia's parent company, the nonprofit Wikimedia Foundation, spent a huge chunk of its budget last year on ideological initiatives. The organization spent a total of $51.7 million on programs related to “equity” and “safety and inclusion.” 29.2% Of the $177 million budget for 2023-2024. This includes program Strengthen efforts related to ensuring “fairness in decision-making” […]