This latest effort is a part of the NAACP’s attempt to fight what they describe as a wave of anti-diversity, equity and inclusion legislation across the country.
The lawsuit argues that the Advanced Placement African American Studies classes taught in Arkansas’ public schools have received inequitable treatment and have been marginalized and underfunded when compared to other advanced placement courses. The suit claims that the alleged inequities have both deprived students the opportunity to learn about African American history and contributions, and have maintained a level of systemic inequality.
“We refuse to go back. The NAACP will continue to use every tool at our disposal to ensure that our constitutional rights are protected, and our culture respected. This is what standing for community looks like,” NAACP President Derrick Johnson told ABC News.
Johnson added, “From Arkansas to Alabama, the desecration of diversity, equity and inclusion poses an imminent threat to the future of our nation.”
Except for those of us with empathy.
What’s funny is that, at the same time, the pundits they love talk about how America shouldn’t have DEI because it should be a meritocracy. Of course, what they don’t have to say out loud is who they think has the most merit.
But how can it be a meritocracy if you’re constantly tipping the scales? This goes for race, sex and generational wealth. At the very least. God forbid you are born none of those “merit markers”.
I propose calling in and asking those pundits if they agree with redistributing generational wealth, watch them back pedal. Should be fun to watch at least.