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- In December 2025, a 9,000-word essay criticizing diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates gained attention for arguing these mandates harm white male millennials’ professional prospects.
- Vice President JD Vance and Elon Musk supported the essay, labeling DEI as a “great wrong.”
- Andrea Lucas, chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, urged white men facing discrimination to seek relief under federal civil rights laws.
- Her video sparked mixed online reactions, reflecting a broader debate on the impact of DEI initiatives.
