Editor,
It was surprising to read that Millbrae City Council is going all in on diversity, equity and inclusion, while most institutions are scaling back or dismantling their programs (Oct. 3 edition of the San Mateo Daily Journal). The DEI industry mushroomed after the death of George Floyd, but has shrunk dramatically amid public backlash, financial unsustainability and looming lawsuits. Recent articles by NPR and the Atlantic, among others, explain the failures and demise.
Perhaps Millbrae officials should read them. It is also interesting that they are convening a citizen task force to tell them what “equity” means. Spoiler alert: It is a combination of affirmative action and socialism. One is unlawful and both are unpopular with all but the far left, which is why they remain mum.
The council shouldn’t be wasting taxpayer funds on divisive programs that will undoubtedly invite lawsuits. Millbrae doesn’t need this.
Tim Donnelly
Burlingame
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(3) comments
Actually Tim, the dictionary defines the word equity as "the quality of being fair and impartial".
It's certainly not impartial if skin color, gender, lack of wealth etc... are given weight with respect to hiring. The only criteria should be, who is the best for any given job.
Mr. Donnelly - Good points. It would be beneficial for San Mateo City to "dismantle" DEI also.
"A lie doesn't become truth, wrong doesn't become right and evil doesn't become good just because it's accepted by a majority."
- Booker T. Washington
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