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Our take on DEI Rollbacks

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Hold onto your hats, folks—we're about to tackle one of the most heated topics in the current US political landscape. Trump's recent rollback of DEI initiatives has set off a firestorm of reactions, and this topic is anything but simple.

You know what's fascinating? The sheer audacity of this move has created a natural experiment in corporate values. While some companies scrambled to follow suit and drop the initiative with vigor, giants like Costco, the NFL, and Apple stood their ground with a resounding "Thanks, but no thanks." It's like watching a high-stakes poker game where companies are betting on their principles—and consumers hold the winning cards.

Maybe the real story isn't about Trump's decision or corporate America's response. Maybe it's about us—everyday people making countless small decisions that add up to significant change. Whether you're Team DEI or Team Rollback, you're part of this unfolding story.

So, what's your take? Are we witnessing the death of corporate diversity initiatives, or is this just another plot twist in America's ongoing journey toward equality? The conversation continues, and your voice matters more than you might think.

Let's keep talking, questioning, and yes, even disagreeing. Because that's how progress happens—one conversation, one decision, one action at a time.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:42 Discussing DEI: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

01:04 Benefits and Challenges of Being a Woman-Owned Business

03:11 Reactions to DEI Rollbacks

04:24 Impact of George Floyd's Death on DEI Initiatives

05:29 Meritocracy and Racial Bias in Business

08:02 Trump's Executive Actions and Affirmative Action

09:25 Public Reaction to Trump's Policies

09:49 Tabitha Brown and Supporting Minority-Owned Businesses

10:38 The Role of Government and Corporations in DEI

23:05 Debating America's Identity

24:15 The DEI Controversy

25:48 Political Figures and Decisions

28:44 The Role of Women in Politics

34:04 Hypothetical Questions and Reflections

36:19 Final Thoughts and Agreement

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Tabitha Brown - Target

Tabitha Brown - Instagram

LINKS:

Website: https://www.wevegottotalk.com/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wevegottotalk/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WeveGotToTalk

How to find Nicole https://nicolefonarow.com/

How to find Jolene https://dibledough.com/

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Hold onto your hats, folks—we're about to tackle one of the most heated topics in the current US political landscape. Trump's recent rollback of DEI initiatives has set off a firestorm of reactions, and this topic is anything but simple.

You know what's fascinating? The sheer audacity of this move has created a natural experiment in corporate values. While some companies scrambled to follow suit and drop the initiative with vigor, giants like Costco, the NFL, and Apple stood their ground with a resounding "Thanks, but no thanks." It's like watching a high-stakes poker game where companies are betting on their principles—and consumers hold the winning cards.

Maybe the real story isn't about Trump's decision or corporate America's response. Maybe it's about us—everyday people making countless small decisions that add up to significant change. Whether you're Team DEI or Team Rollback, you're part of this unfolding story.

So, what's your take? Are we witnessing the death of corporate diversity initiatives, or is this just another plot twist in America's ongoing journey toward equality? The conversation continues, and your voice matters more than you might think.

Let's keep talking, questioning, and yes, even disagreeing. Because that's how progress happens—one conversation, one decision, one action at a time.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:42 Discussing DEI: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

01:04 Benefits and Challenges of Being a Woman-Owned Business

03:11 Reactions to DEI Rollbacks

04:24 Impact of George Floyd's Death on DEI Initiatives

05:29 Meritocracy and Racial Bias in Business

08:02 Trump's Executive Actions and Affirmative Action

09:25 Public Reaction to Trump's Policies

09:49 Tabitha Brown and Supporting Minority-Owned Businesses

10:38 The Role of Government and Corporations in DEI

23:05 Debating America's Identity

24:15 The DEI Controversy

25:48 Political Figures and Decisions

28:44 The Role of Women in Politics

34:04 Hypothetical Questions and Reflections

36:19 Final Thoughts and Agreement

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Tabitha Brown - Target

Tabitha Brown - Instagram

LINKS:

Website: https://www.wevegottotalk.com/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wevegottotalk/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WeveGotToTalk

How to find Nicole https://nicolefonarow.com/

How to find Jolene https://dibledough.com/

  continue reading

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