## DEI: A Dog Whistle for Bigotry and Obfuscation
The term “DEI” – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – has become a new battleground in the ongoing culture wars. While it represents a genuine effort to create more equitable workplaces and educational environments, it has been twisted and repurposed by those who oppose its very principles. This twisting, however, is no accident; it’s a deliberate strategy of obfuscation, a calculated attempt to mask true intentions with a veneer of plausible deniability.
The use of “DEI” as a dog whistle reveals a deep-seated fear of progress and a desire to maintain the status quo. The fear, though often cloaked in euphemisms and vague pronouncements about “political correctness,” boils down to a rejection of the idea that power structures should be challenged and that systemic inequalities should be addressed.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
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