On Sunday, the New York Times revealed a chilling campaign orchestrated by right-wing think tanks to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education. At the forefront is the Claremont Institute, a group fervently pushing Trumpism and its ugly undercurrents.
Using a cache of documents, the Times exposed Texas as ground zero in this attack on DEI. Claremont’s plot to rebrand DEI—a set of principles aimed at fostering fairness—as a threat to American values reveals their true colors: a racist, misogynistic, and homophobic agenda.
These extremists aim to make DEI synonymous with cultural decay, echoing their assault on Critical Race Theory (CRT). It’s a strategy to roll back civil rights by painting DEI as the latest bogeyman in their war on equality. As Princeton professor Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor observed, DEI is even more effective for the right than CRT because it taps into a misguided sense of unfairness.
Claremont’s President Ryan P. Williams and Scott Yenor, senior director of state coalitions, have doubled down on their mission. They see DEI and civil rights protections stemming from the 1964 Civil Rights Act as threats to their version of the “American Way of Life.” Their opposition to DEI is a direct assault on the hard-won gains of the civil rights movement.
This isn’t just coded language—it’s an open declaration of war on social progress. Charlie Kirk of Turning Point USA calls the Civil Rights Act a “huge mistake,” and Christopher Rufo wants to “reform” it to suit a twisted agenda of so-called colorblind equality. Williams and Yenor’s rhetoric is blatantly against identity politics, feminism, and LGBTQ+ rights.
Yenor, a professor at Boise State University, embodies this toxic ideology. He disparaged independent women, calling them “medicated, meddlesome, and quarrelsome,” leading to Title IX complaints. His comments reveal a belief that civil rights protections are threats to freedom, rather than essential safeguards.
The campaign against DEI is more than a dog whistle; it’s an open, shameless attack on social justice. We must act now to dismantle this insidious movement.
Join the Fight!
Kamala Harris, the Vice President, has thrown down the gauntlet, daring former President Donald Trump to a presidential debate with a fiery “Say it to my face” at a rally in Atlanta, Georgia.
⭐ The Drama Unfolds ⭐
In front of a crowd of around 10,000, Harris took the stage, spotlight beaming, and directly addressed Trump’s apparent cold feet over a previously agreed-upon debate scheduled for September 10.
🔥 Harris’s Mic Drop Moment🔥
“Well Donald, I truly hope you’ll think again about joining me on the debate stage,” Harris quipped. “Because, the saying, ‘if you’ve got something to say, say it to my face.'”
🚫 Trump’s Debate Dance🚫
Harris didn’t hold back, critiquing Trump for reneging on the debate with President Biden. “While Trump seems unwilling to debate, he and his running mate sure seem to have a lot to say about me,” she pointed out.
💡 Harris Ascends💡
With President Biden stepping down, Harris has stepped up as the presumptive Democratic nominee. And what better way to solidify her position than a bold challenge to her top rival?
📊 Polling Pressure 📊
Recent polls show a neck-and-neck race, with Trump only leading by a mere 2 points. This challenge isn’t just about the debate—it’s about shaking up the dynamics of the race.
🎭 Theatrics and Strategy 🎭
Harris’s challenge is a masterstroke of strategy—energizing her base and putting the heat on Trump. Trump’s wavering stance on debating her, initially gung-ho, now wavering, only adds to the intrigue.
The stage is set. The audience is waiting. Will Trump rise to the occasion, or will he continue to duck the challenge? One thing’s for sure—Harris isn’t backing down. 💥
The Lincoln Project must be having a field day, picturing Harris laughing uproariously at Trump’s desperate antics. Because when a master prosecutor meets a floundering ex-reality star, the courtroom of public opinion is bound to deliver a verdict worth watching. 🍿👩⚖️
