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Arr matey! Biden's foe, Dean Phillips, be scrubbin' 'DEI' from his website like a scurvy bilge rat!

2024-01-17

Arrr, Rep. Dean Phillips, aye, he be strippin' a reference to DEI programs from his campaign plank amidst a scuttle on the interwebs, all 'cause a hearties' pieces of eight be talkin' 'bout it.

Rep. Dean Phillips, D-Minn., has removed the reference to "diversity, equity, and inclusion" from his campaign website in his bid to replace President Biden. The phrase, which was previously used as a header in Phillips' political platform, has now been replaced with "Equity and Restorative Justice." However, the description beneath the header remains the same. This change comes shortly after Phillips' political PAC received a $1 million donation from businessman Bill Ackman, who has publicly opposed DEI initiatives.

DEI programs have faced criticism in recent years due to their perceived discrimination based on race. Last year, a U.S. Supreme Court ruling struck down affirmative action, a key component of DEI programs. Ackman publicly criticized Phillips' inclusion of DEI in his platform, stating that Phillips didn't understand the meaning of DEI when it was added to his website.

In response, Phillips' campaign argued that the term "DEI" has become too ambiguous and no longer serves its purpose. Instead, they prefer to focus on addressing and rectifying racial disparities, which they claim remains unchanged on their website. Phillips' campaign spokeswoman emphasized that their goal is to create an America where all people can live in economic security and social dignity.

The removal of the DEI reference and the subsequent change in terminology reflects the ongoing debate surrounding these initiatives and their effectiveness. While some argue that DEI is necessary for creating a more inclusive society, others believe that it has become a vague and potentially harmful concept. It remains to be seen how this change will impact Phillips' campaign and his stance on diversity and inclusion moving forward.

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