Walmart Rolls Back DEI Programs Amid Right-Wing Backlash
Walmart, facing right-wing pressure, is scaling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This includes ending racial equity training, reviewing supplier diversity programs, and reevaluating funding for Pride events and LGBTQ+ products. The company’s decision follows a broader trend of corporations curtailing DEI efforts amid legal challenges and political pressure. Walmart’s actions, while claiming a desire to foster belonging, signal a potential shift in corporate culture and may impact employee retention.
John Q. Hosedrinker