And sadly it's our current administration that is pushing the DEI agenda. They speak down to people and insinuate their ignorance. They figure just because they're of a certain race, sexual orientation, or even religion than they are of substandard intelligence.
Sadly it is the administration that is substandard. They speak down to, really all of us as if we can't possible understand the simple complexities of life or just living. They act as if they need to step in and define how we should think, act, speak, and even live (because we haven't been doing a good enough job for several millennia?) because they are they high authority on all subjects. Yeah, $36 Trillion in debt and they're going to tell me how to live My life?
I'm tired of everything the government pushes on us. I'm tired of them thinking that "They" know better. Frankly, I do not believe a single thing that comes our of Washington nor the Press. I'm over it. Time for the people to take their places in government. Problem is, it's already too corrupted, I'm unsure whether it can be repaired at this point.
Of course not all black people are DEI hired or any other race and sexual preference. That being said it is terrible for all involved when it does happen. Also, years ago my BF hired a black person after personally interviewing the person. A year later the person claimed they were fired because of their race. That is impossible, he physically saw the person he hired. It doesn’t make sense yet the courts didn’t see it that way. I don’t get it. Everything is biased in some way against everyone now….even the now hated white male, who is no longer allowed to be a board member. (Exaggerated but close). The world has been gaslighted and indoctrinated to believe race and sexual preference matters. Aren’t we all just people that want to get along…..and the governments have made sure this won’t happen. Let’s base everyone on actions and merit. This whole subject is ludicrous and thank you for having the courage to bring it up!!
It makes perfect sense. Some people hire Black people as DEIs and think that they can treat them with less respect and dignity. I have seen this type of situation all the time and the root cause is inner bigotry of a manager. Not saying that your boyfriend is a bigot, but he could have some rooted things that he may not be aware of. I coach people through these things all the time. Some people aren't bad people, they have been conditioned with beliefs that impact how they treat people across the board as you mentioned. On the flip side, there are some Black people that weaponize racism to mask over accountability.
I see that as well, but this was years ago before it was all being thrown in our faces. He had no reason except qualifications to hire this person. He only had performance to fire the person as well. Now people read into everything with a bias. Sad for all.
Performance is a justifiable reason to let someone go, I have been let go for such reasons and I didn't blame it on racism, I just didn't have the network to be success like others and I was realistic about that.
It's called "integrity" which is severely lacking today. Trust me, I've been let go from jobs before as well. The reality is, when you look inward and really look at yourself, chances are you saw it coming and should probably have begun looking for another job or thank God it didn't happen earlier and we're able to at least received a couple unearned paychecks....
Angie, great post. Thoughtful and insightful. I think that in terms of DEI or affirmative action, they are inanimate tools. You can use them for good, or you can use them for bad. However, make no mistake, there is a reason for the inception of these tools and I think you nailed it.
And sadly it's our current administration that is pushing the DEI agenda. They speak down to people and insinuate their ignorance. They figure just because they're of a certain race, sexual orientation, or even religion than they are of substandard intelligence.
Sadly it is the administration that is substandard. They speak down to, really all of us as if we can't possible understand the simple complexities of life or just living. They act as if they need to step in and define how we should think, act, speak, and even live (because we haven't been doing a good enough job for several millennia?) because they are they high authority on all subjects. Yeah, $36 Trillion in debt and they're going to tell me how to live My life?
I'm tired of everything the government pushes on us. I'm tired of them thinking that "They" know better. Frankly, I do not believe a single thing that comes our of Washington nor the Press. I'm over it. Time for the people to take their places in government. Problem is, it's already too corrupted, I'm unsure whether it can be repaired at this point.
But I digress......LOL
I agree. Can’t everyone see how they say some people are not able to get an ID to vote……while belittling them.
EXACTLY!
Of course not all black people are DEI hired or any other race and sexual preference. That being said it is terrible for all involved when it does happen. Also, years ago my BF hired a black person after personally interviewing the person. A year later the person claimed they were fired because of their race. That is impossible, he physically saw the person he hired. It doesn’t make sense yet the courts didn’t see it that way. I don’t get it. Everything is biased in some way against everyone now….even the now hated white male, who is no longer allowed to be a board member. (Exaggerated but close). The world has been gaslighted and indoctrinated to believe race and sexual preference matters. Aren’t we all just people that want to get along…..and the governments have made sure this won’t happen. Let’s base everyone on actions and merit. This whole subject is ludicrous and thank you for having the courage to bring it up!!
It makes perfect sense. Some people hire Black people as DEIs and think that they can treat them with less respect and dignity. I have seen this type of situation all the time and the root cause is inner bigotry of a manager. Not saying that your boyfriend is a bigot, but he could have some rooted things that he may not be aware of. I coach people through these things all the time. Some people aren't bad people, they have been conditioned with beliefs that impact how they treat people across the board as you mentioned. On the flip side, there are some Black people that weaponize racism to mask over accountability.
I see that as well, but this was years ago before it was all being thrown in our faces. He had no reason except qualifications to hire this person. He only had performance to fire the person as well. Now people read into everything with a bias. Sad for all.
Performance is a justifiable reason to let someone go, I have been let go for such reasons and I didn't blame it on racism, I just didn't have the network to be success like others and I was realistic about that.
Angie,
It's called "integrity" which is severely lacking today. Trust me, I've been let go from jobs before as well. The reality is, when you look inward and really look at yourself, chances are you saw it coming and should probably have begun looking for another job or thank God it didn't happen earlier and we're able to at least received a couple unearned paychecks....
Amen!
Angie, you're always right on the money. We've spoken personally about these subjects before.
Yes sir, and thank you. I have always appreciated your wisdom and higher consciousness. You are a man of God brother David.
Angie, great post. Thoughtful and insightful. I think that in terms of DEI or affirmative action, they are inanimate tools. You can use them for good, or you can use them for bad. However, make no mistake, there is a reason for the inception of these tools and I think you nailed it.