Mayor Cherelle Parker says federal court rulings forced Philadelphia to change DEI policies
Parker said she's following legal advice, but that the status quo wasn't helping enough people.
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Parker said she's following legal advice, but that the status quo wasn't helping enough people.
The blackout urges customers not to spend any money Feb. 28, as a form of resistance against major corporations rolling back their DEI policies.
Some Americans are participating in an "economic blackout" that was promoted on social media. Madeleine Wright reports.
A group called "The People's Union" wants Americans to stop spending on fast food, gas and at major retailers on Feb. 28 as a protest against rising prices and the power of corporations -- others are curbing their spending at businesses like Amazon and Walmart that recently removed references to diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Josh Sidorowicz breaks down what's behind the movement that's all over social media.
The debate over diversity, equity and inclusion programs has reached Philadelphia as Penn removed information from its website.
The debate over diversity, equity and inclusion programs has reached Philadelphia as Penn removed information from its website.
The president's comments upset some disability advocates, including the Philadelphia advocacy group Vision For Equality.
President Trump has painted a bullseye on diversity, equity and inclusion. But what exactly is DEI, and what has it achieved?
Timothy Welbeck with Temple University said Trump's plan to end federal DEIA programs could leave many Americans less protected.
A Philadelphia civil rights expert says President Trump's efforts to end federal DEIA programs could affect many minorities and vulnerable Americans.
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
