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LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
3 weeks ago

Stan Kasten removes politics from Dodgers' White House decision

The Dodgers' visit to the White House is intended as a celebration of their championship, not a political statement.
fromFast Company
7 hours ago
EU data protection

How Trump weakened the EEOC in just 100 days

The EEOC continues to recover significant amounts for workers despite budget constraints, but is facing challenges due to political influences that undermine its authority.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
3 weeks ago

Stan Kasten removes politics from Dodgers' White House decision

The Dodgers' visit to the White House is intended as a celebration of their championship, not a political statement.
fromFast Company
7 hours ago
EU data protection

How Trump weakened the EEOC in just 100 days

The EEOC continues to recover significant amounts for workers despite budget constraints, but is facing challenges due to political influences that undermine its authority.
more#politics
#harvard-university
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Supporting Sickness': Trump Threatens to Strip Harvard of Tax-Exempt Status for Defying Latest Demands

Trump threatens Harvard's tax-exempt status over its diversity and inclusion programs, igniting a debate on academic freedom and government influence in education.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
12 hours ago

Sense of fear': Harvard reports find anti-Jewish and anti-Muslim bias

Harvard students are feeling alienated over their identities and beliefs, leading to a fractured community.
The campus atmosphere is deeply polarized, marked by rising anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago
US news

Harvard University, under pressure from Trump administration, renames its DEI office

Harvard University is renaming its DEI office amid political pressures from the Trump administration, shifting focus from group demographics to individual experiences.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Supporting Sickness': Trump Threatens to Strip Harvard of Tax-Exempt Status for Defying Latest Demands

Trump threatens Harvard's tax-exempt status over its diversity and inclusion programs, igniting a debate on academic freedom and government influence in education.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
12 hours ago

Sense of fear': Harvard reports find anti-Jewish and anti-Muslim bias

Harvard students are feeling alienated over their identities and beliefs, leading to a fractured community.
The campus atmosphere is deeply polarized, marked by rising anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago
US news

Harvard University, under pressure from Trump administration, renames its DEI office

Harvard University is renaming its DEI office amid political pressures from the Trump administration, shifting focus from group demographics to individual experiences.
more#harvard-university
#trump-administration
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Is Threatening School Funding. Here's What Families Should Know.

The Trump administration's proposed education funding cuts may significantly impact low-income families, especially in states resisting federal pressure.
The ongoing conflict over education funding raises concerns about the future of diversity and inclusion programs in public schools.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

New York Warns Trump It Will Not Comply With Public School D.E.I. Order

New York's Education Department firmly defends diversity, equity, and inclusion programs against federal threats to funding.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 weeks ago

Jackie Robinson biography marked for removal by Trump administration

The Dodgers' visit to the White House coincides with ongoing efforts to target Jackie Robinson's legacy amidst a broader political controversy over diversity and inclusion.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Universities are giving up the fight for free speech - students aren't

Schools capitulate to Trump's demands, triggering First Amendment challenges from students and faculty.
Left-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

A University President Makes a Case Against Cowardice

The Trump Administration is targeting colleges for their diversity efforts, leading to funding cuts and potential deportations for activists.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | The Gutting of K-12 Education Is Trump's First Undeniable Victory

Trump administration threatens funding for schools not complying with diversity practices
Targeting Title I funding undermines support for low-income, racially diverse schools
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Is Threatening School Funding. Here's What Families Should Know.

The Trump administration's proposed education funding cuts may significantly impact low-income families, especially in states resisting federal pressure.
The ongoing conflict over education funding raises concerns about the future of diversity and inclusion programs in public schools.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

New York Warns Trump It Will Not Comply With Public School D.E.I. Order

New York's Education Department firmly defends diversity, equity, and inclusion programs against federal threats to funding.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 weeks ago

Jackie Robinson biography marked for removal by Trump administration

The Dodgers' visit to the White House coincides with ongoing efforts to target Jackie Robinson's legacy amidst a broader political controversy over diversity and inclusion.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Universities are giving up the fight for free speech - students aren't

Schools capitulate to Trump's demands, triggering First Amendment challenges from students and faculty.
Left-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

A University President Makes a Case Against Cowardice

The Trump Administration is targeting colleges for their diversity efforts, leading to funding cuts and potential deportations for activists.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | The Gutting of K-12 Education Is Trump's First Undeniable Victory

Trump administration threatens funding for schools not complying with diversity practices
Targeting Title I funding undermines support for low-income, racially diverse schools
more#trump-administration
#education-policy
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
US news

Live updates: The Trump administration's ongoing battle with Mass. colleges

The Trump administration threatens school funding and student visas while combating antisemitism, impacting international students and university operations.
fromstateline.org
1 week ago
NYC parents

Federal education cuts and Trump DEI demands leave states, teachers in limbo

Schools must certify non-discrimination on DEI or risk losing federal funding.
States push back against DEI funding mandate, fearing impacts on equity initiatives.
Federal funding is crucial for states, especially those with high poverty rates.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Live updates: The Trump administration's ongoing battle with Mass. colleges

The Trump administration threatens school funding and student visas while combating antisemitism, impacting international students and university operations.
NYC parents
fromstateline.org
1 week ago

Federal education cuts and Trump DEI demands leave states, teachers in limbo

Schools must certify non-discrimination on DEI or risk losing federal funding.
States push back against DEI funding mandate, fearing impacts on equity initiatives.
Federal funding is crucial for states, especially those with high poverty rates.
more#education-policy
Higher education
fromNature
2 days ago

Academia needs a more honest, scientific approach to DEI

Minority ethnic students face higher dropout rates and lower employment prospects compared to white students in both the UK and USA.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Federal work shaped a Black middle class. Now it's destabilized by Trump's job cuts

Shirley Hopkins dedicated her career to empowering Black workers through federal employment opportunities.
Current federal job cuts threaten the career pathways for Black employees, destabilizing their middle-class advancement.
#education
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Judge blocks Trump administration plan to cut millions for teacher training

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's education funding cuts due to their negative impact on teacher training and statewide education programs.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | The MAGA Culture War Comes for Georgetown Law

Federal officials are attempting to dictate educational curricula, specifically concerning diversity and inclusion programs, which poses constitutional concerns.
Recent actions against Perkins Coie by Trump highlight potential retaliatory political motivations influencing legal sanctions.
fromBronx Times
5 days ago
NYC parents

EXCLUSIVE: Bronx teen program in jeopardy after federal grant cut by Trump administration - Bronx Times

Federal grant cut jeopardizes South Bronx environmental justice program, impacting local teens' research opportunities.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
NYC startup

A Zuckerberg-funded private school that championed DEI values and didn't charge tuition is closing

The Primary School, co-founded by Priscilla Chan, is closing after 10 years as DEI efforts faced cutbacks.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Judge blocks Trump administration plan to cut millions for teacher training

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's education funding cuts due to their negative impact on teacher training and statewide education programs.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | The MAGA Culture War Comes for Georgetown Law

Federal officials are attempting to dictate educational curricula, specifically concerning diversity and inclusion programs, which poses constitutional concerns.
Recent actions against Perkins Coie by Trump highlight potential retaliatory political motivations influencing legal sanctions.
fromBronx Times
5 days ago
NYC parents

EXCLUSIVE: Bronx teen program in jeopardy after federal grant cut by Trump administration - Bronx Times

Federal grant cut jeopardizes South Bronx environmental justice program, impacting local teens' research opportunities.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
NYC startup

A Zuckerberg-funded private school that championed DEI values and didn't charge tuition is closing

The Primary School, co-founded by Priscilla Chan, is closing after 10 years as DEI efforts faced cutbacks.
more#education
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto startup

Toronto to boost Pride Toronto funds by 26% after corporate sponsors pull support | CBC News

Toronto increases funding for Pride Toronto by 26% amid sponsor loss, emphasizing commitment to diversity and inclusion amidst U.S. retrenchment.
Toronto enhances festival funding in response to challenges faced post-COVID.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Mission District

Brentwood approves land acknowledgment to recognize Indigenous communities

Brentwood will implement land acknowledgments in city meetings to honor Indigenous communities and foster inclusivity.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Opinion | Naval Academy Censors Ryan Holiday's Lecture on Censorship

The cancellation of a lecture on Stoicism reflects growing concerns about academic freedom and open discourse at educational institutions.
OMG science
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

NSF begins terminating select grant funding

NSF terminates grants misaligned with its mission, redirecting funding to projects that enhance U.S. competitiveness and advance public health.
#civil-rights
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Jackie Robinson's page on Defense Department website restored after takedown amid DEI purge

The Department of Defense restored Jackie Robinson's military service webpage after it was mistakenly removed amidst a DEI content strip campaign.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Jackie Robinson's page on Defense Department website restored after takedown amid DEI purge

The Department of Defense restored Jackie Robinson's military service webpage after it was mistakenly removed amidst a DEI content strip campaign.
more#civil-rights
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago
Startup companies

The Hague-based social enterprise Subul secures investment to expand tech jobs for refugees - Silicon Canals

Subul secures €200,000 investment to enhance job opportunities for refugees and disadvantaged individuals in Europe and the Middle East.
Tech industry
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

IT consulting spending is 'wasteful,' says US Defense Secretary

The Pentagon is cutting contracts for non-essential consulting services, emphasizing cost optimization and efficiency.
AI will play a significant role in reducing unnecessary expenditures on IT services.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Real Reason You Care (or Don't) About Your Job

Workplace culture directly impacts employee engagement and productivity.
Employees thrive when they feel cared for by their employers.
#political-climate
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | Black Americans Are Not Surprised by What Trump's Doing

The current political climate mirrors historical injustices faced by Black Americans, highlighting systemic issues still present in society.
SF LGBT
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Corporate sponsors slammed for shunning San Francisco Pride: 'Shameful behaviour'

Corporate sponsors' withdrawal threatens San Francisco Pride's funding amid increasing anti-LGBTQ+ actions.
The event faces a $300,000 funding shortfall, risking its execution.
There's a direct link between Trump's policies and sponsor withdrawals as highlighted by Pride's executive director.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | Black Americans Are Not Surprised by What Trump's Doing

The current political climate mirrors historical injustices faced by Black Americans, highlighting systemic issues still present in society.
SF LGBT
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Corporate sponsors slammed for shunning San Francisco Pride: 'Shameful behaviour'

Corporate sponsors' withdrawal threatens San Francisco Pride's funding amid increasing anti-LGBTQ+ actions.
The event faces a $300,000 funding shortfall, risking its execution.
There's a direct link between Trump's policies and sponsor withdrawals as highlighted by Pride's executive director.
more#political-climate
#corporate-responsibility
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Invest in women or prepare to fall behind

Companies often declare gender equality but fail to follow through, resulting in stalled progress and continued barriers to women's advancement.
Black Lives Matter
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

These Product Boycotts Actually Scared Companies Into Paying Attention

Boycotts have a historical precedent as consumer activism aligned with ethical values, impacting companies' profits.
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago
Dallas Cowboys

Here are 11 major companies standing up for DEI

Some companies remain committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs despite political pressures.
Costco and Apple lead the way in maintaining their DEI initiatives.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Invest in women or prepare to fall behind

Companies often declare gender equality but fail to follow through, resulting in stalled progress and continued barriers to women's advancement.
Black Lives Matter
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

These Product Boycotts Actually Scared Companies Into Paying Attention

Boycotts have a historical precedent as consumer activism aligned with ethical values, impacting companies' profits.
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago
Dallas Cowboys

Here are 11 major companies standing up for DEI

Some companies remain committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs despite political pressures.
Costco and Apple lead the way in maintaining their DEI initiatives.
more#corporate-responsibility
Food & drink
fromEater
3 weeks ago

Here Are the 2025 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Award Finalists

The James Beard Foundation announced its 2023 chef and restaurant finalists, reflecting a commitment to diversity and inclusion in culinary awards.
#research-funding
OMG science
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Administration Cancels NIH Scientific Integrity Policy

NIH has rescinded a scientific integrity policy to align with new federal priorities, raising concerns about political influence over research.
The initial policy emphasized diversity and inclusion, vital for equitable scientific participation, which is absent in the new directive.
OMG science
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Administration Cancels NIH Scientific Integrity Policy

NIH has rescinded a scientific integrity policy to align with new federal priorities, raising concerns about political influence over research.
The initial policy emphasized diversity and inclusion, vital for equitable scientific participation, which is absent in the new directive.
more#research-funding
#dei
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Google's 'quiet' decision to remove cultural events from its Calendar app sent a loud message

Tech companies like Google distance themselves from DEI-related observances amidst growing scrutiny and backlash surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Women in technology

Reddit cofounder says he expects a 'swift shift' back to DEI hiring practices

Abandoning DEI is a short-sighted trend that companies will likely regret, according to Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Google's 'quiet' decision to remove cultural events from its Calendar app sent a loud message

Tech companies like Google distance themselves from DEI-related observances amidst growing scrutiny and backlash surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Women in technology

Reddit cofounder says he expects a 'swift shift' back to DEI hiring practices

Abandoning DEI is a short-sighted trend that companies will likely regret, according to Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian.
more#dei
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Marketing Roundup: Diverse Leadership, Strategic Pricing, Data-Driven Client Service - Above the Law

The legal marketing landscape is shaped significantly by diverse leadership and innovative strategies that prioritize client service and inclusion.
#disney
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Disney 'Snow White' disaster proves it again: Go woke, go broke!

Disney's attempt to 'wokify' Snow White has led to backlash and perceived failure.
The film has faced critique for altering key character elements to appease progressive views.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Disney shareholders reject proposal to withdraw from index that rates companies on LGBTQ+ equality

Disney shareholders declined to withdraw from the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index, affirming commitment to workplace diversity.
Only 1% of shareholders voted in favor of the proposal to withdraw from the index.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Disney 'Snow White' disaster proves it again: Go woke, go broke!

Disney's attempt to 'wokify' Snow White has led to backlash and perceived failure.
The film has faced critique for altering key character elements to appease progressive views.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Disney shareholders reject proposal to withdraw from index that rates companies on LGBTQ+ equality

Disney shareholders declined to withdraw from the Human Rights Campaign's corporate equity index, affirming commitment to workplace diversity.
Only 1% of shareholders voted in favor of the proposal to withdraw from the index.
more#disney
#military-history
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Pentagon website removes, then restores, page honoring Black Medal of Honor recipient

Army Maj. Gen. Charles C. Rogers, the highest-ranking Black servicemember to receive the Medal of Honor, faced erasure which sparked significant outrage.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

Pentagon restores webpages of Black veterans, Navajo Code Talkers and others after outcry

The Pentagon has reinstated webpages honoring Black veterans and diverse military groups after a review incorrectly removed such content.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Pentagon website removes, then restores, page honoring Black Medal of Honor recipient

Army Maj. Gen. Charles C. Rogers, the highest-ranking Black servicemember to receive the Medal of Honor, faced erasure which sparked significant outrage.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

Pentagon restores webpages of Black veterans, Navajo Code Talkers and others after outcry

The Pentagon has reinstated webpages honoring Black veterans and diverse military groups after a review incorrectly removed such content.
more#military-history
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

With almost $10M in federal funding at stake, Los Gatos is bracing for impact

Los Gatos residents support initiatives protecting education, environment, and diversity amid federal funding cuts.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
New York Rangers

Rangers give fans warning after 'frankly embarrassing' banner at Ibrox during Europa League clash

Rangers faces significant sanctions for racist fan behavior during a UEFA match.
Arts
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Trump Took Over the Kennedy Center, but Silencing the Arts Will Not Be So Easy

Trump's control of arts institutions aims to stifle pluralism and dissent, but U.S. organizations resist.
The arts community is shaken by Trump's actions concerning diversity and inclusion.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Judicial integrity and the politicization of legal processes are under increasing threat in contemporary America.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Sunday Links: The US Army Is Using 'CamoGPT' To Omit DEI References From Training Materials

Nationwide protests highlight concerns about political decisions and social equity.
Declining 20-something population in San Francisco impacts the city's cultural identity.
#women-in-tech
Women in technology
fromITPro
1 month ago

Women in tech think the industry has changed for the better, but there's still more work to be done

Women in tech see positive changes, but disparities in representation and leadership remain significant.
Women in technology
fromITPro
1 month ago

Women in tech think the industry has changed for the better, but there's still more work to be done

Women in tech see positive changes, but disparities in representation and leadership remain significant.
more#women-in-tech
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