Do you think trump's focus on a "merit-based" system, which seeks to dismantle diversity and inclusion programs, truly addresses systemic inequality?

[Ryan_BC]

[WindAtMyBack]

There is only one way to find out, isn't there? After 60 years of this stuff I think it's about time to find out.

Discrimination will NEVER go away completely, and that should never be expected. The question is whether it's time to let it run it's own course instead of micromanaging through reverse discrimination.

You can't keep combating discrimination with discrimination. We have come a VERY long way since these programs started. Let it run it's course.

[exitseven]

It does address systemic inequality. For decades certain groups were given preference in getting government benefits and jobs. This does away with that unfair system. It also insures that the government agency gets the best employees possible.

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO😎

[Ariesman81]

If by systemic inequality you mean racism... then no. That needs to be addressed on a personal level.

What it does do is reduce everyone to their values and individuality. Merit based means best person for the job. If you think that means a white male, then that's more of a reflection of your biases.

[beefcakebradybatson]

Merit based :White men, top jobs because of your pale p*nis. Black men, elevator operators, garbagemen, butlers, railroad porters and those menial jobs to which we were consigned before the Civil Rights Acts. Look at a white woman, you get the Emmett Till treatment.

[Twalli]

No, because the fact is that on paper, I don't look better than anyone who isn't a white male. However, people are more likely to want to hire me when they see me than someone who isn't white (and in some cases, who is female). The whole point of diversity is to give those that may have a systemic bias against them a better chance at getting a job on qualifications. Until societal racism, sexism, and ageism is gone, we need to have diversity in the workspace.

[Astarlessnightsky]

No, it enhances the problems of systemic inequality and racism.

If you wanted to adress the issue you would start by fighting poverty and make education free for everyone.

[Djaay]

And just how is your opinion true

[Anonymous]

There is nothing wrong with inclusion and diversity, and we already have that. I wish that people could comprehend that equity will destroy us.

[TadCurious]

Systemic inequality is having an official or unofficial policy of hiring or promoting people based on their race instead of merit.

[DrPepper12]

No. It's to demean & punish "those people".

[Pterodon]

There’s no such thing. It’s a made up phrase from democrats to do scare tactics. We had a two term black president that could not have been elected twice if a whole bunch of white people didn’t vote for him.

[Djaay]

I'm all for it , although I'm pretty sure all the dems won't be liking this one to much.

[seeyounexttuesday]

There’s no such thing as systemic inequality any more. No longer will minorities be discriminated against thanks to Trump.

[Anonymous]

Nope