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In national DEI dismantle, corporate charity efforts could be next

The article from MSN discusses the increasing scrutiny on corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the United States, particularly in light of recent legal and political changes. It highlights how, following a Supreme Court decision against affirmative action in college admissions, there's a growing push to dismantle or re-evaluate corporate DEI programs. Critics argue these programs might be discriminatory, leading to potential legal challenges under civil rights laws. The piece mentions that corporate charity efforts, often linked with DEI, are not immune to this scrutiny. Companies like Starbucks, Disney, and Comcast have faced lawsuits over their DEI policies, with critics like Edward Blum, who was instrumental in the Supreme Court case, now targeting corporate America. The article suggests that while some companies might scale back or reframe their DEI efforts to avoid legal issues, the broader societal and political environment is pushing for a reevaluation of how diversity is managed in the corporate sector.

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