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Should government agencies eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring initiatives in favor of strictly merit-based hiring?

Proponents argue that hiring based strictly on merit ensures that the most qualified individuals are chosen for positions, promoting efficiency and productivity. They believe that focusing on merit alone avoids potential bias from affirmative action or diversity quotas. Opponents argue that eliminating DEI initiatives may lead to a lack of representation and reinforce systemic inequalities. They believe that diversity in the workforce leads to better decision-making, innovation, and a more inclusive society.

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 @B2N3336 from Maryland  answered…1yr1Y

Yes, just ensure there are clear guidelines, action, and accountability for acts of discrimination

 @B2LTGDT from Washington  answered…1yr1Y

Yeah that sounds like it might be a good idea but I just think it would end up with white people just hiring white people

 @B2MH57K from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

No, DEI hiring initiatives ensure the most qualified candidate gets the job and that there is no hidden discrimination

 @B4DVWJW from Tennessee  answered…1yr1Y

While I do not think companies should hire simply to meet the diversity quota, without DEI policies it is quite easy to discriminate and simply say “they just weren’t the best fit”

 @B392N4T from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

Yes, but only if hiring initiatives are truly in favor of strictly merit-based hiring

 @BCJCZ6W from New York  answered…1mo1MO

Yes, but just ensure there are clear guidelines, action, and accountability for acts of discrimination

 @B4MC2JF from Kansas  answered…1yr1Y

No. Eliminating DEI initiatives would make merit-based hiring more difficult, and less accurate. This question implies that anyone who isn't a white male would not possess enough merit for a position.

 @B5B75KR from Rhode Island  answered…12mos12MO

Absolutely not and white supremacy must be abolished in America. Reparations must be paid to all black people, because DEI is insufficient. We deserve so much more.

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