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[thedialoguedilemma]

President Donald Trump held a press conference today to discuss the tragedy that unfolded last night when a military Blackhawk helicopter collided with an American Airlines passenger plane resulting in over 60+ deaths.

During the press conference, he blamed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practices, former Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, former President Biden and former President Obama for the crash.

President Trump fired the heads of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Coast Guard, and disbanded the Aviation Security Advisory Committee and fired 100 Federal Aviation Administration agents.

Elon Musk forced the FAA Administrator to resign once Trump took office because the FAA fined SpaceX for failing to get approval for launch changes causing the position to be currently vacant.

Absolutely disgusting.

[cinelestial]

“DEI is not a threat, it’s a gift”

- Dr Dre Global Impact Award Recipient Alicia Keys

[ireton]

The Current System Is Broken

[waragainstapathy]

divided we stand

united we stand

divided we fall

some skipped that lesson

won't hear the call

for divided we stand

but is it too late?

are we all so consumed

with the ones who we "hate"

to notice the rise

of something so cruel

a wicked, sinister

tyrannical rule

the delicate snowflakes

let by bleeding heart

they'll crash economics

tear families apart

and as for the right?

all lost in their pride

blinded by patriotism

from truth they will hide

they've set us at odds

so mad at each other

a clever distraction

a devious cover

we've all been set up

so we better make haste

were our history lessons

all truly a waste?

is it unrecognizable

this pattern we see

those who control us

are the real enemy.

[busterballsblog]

Kamala Harris Is A Failure As Border Czar

[lgbtlunaverse]

Getting your info on AI purely from tumblr communists will really warp your brain. And I don't just mean the anti-AI tumblr communists, which most of them are. Pro-AI tumblr communists will talk about AI like "This is a tool for the radical collective ownership of art. We are taking a stance against the opressive capitalistic system of copyright that abuses artists for the benefit of large corporations. Art is owned by no one. Art is owned by everyone." And then you step into the real world and AI is being used as a copyright grift to siphon money from creators using youtube's absolutely broken content id. Youtube, of course, being owned by google; the massive multi-trillion dollar company that is investing billions into AI.

[98unknwn]

02.05.2025

Protesting at state capitol of California.

[troythecatfish]

[garthnadermemestash]

DEI is overplayed

[lechusza]

The future holds

Did you see this coming? “The Trump administration is ordering all federal employees in diversity, equity and inclusion roles placed on paid leave by Wednesday evening,” NBC News reports.

“The memo, issued Tuesday to heads of departments and agencies, sets a deadline of no later than 5 p.m. ET Wednesday to inform the employees that they will be put on paid administrative leave as the agencies prepare to close all DEI-related offices and programs and to remove all websites and social media accounts for such offices.” #dei #trump #politics

[bymeraki]

Equality Vs Equity

Equality ensures that everyone gets the same starting point and is judged based on their actions and abilities, not their identity. Equity aims to achieve equal outcomes rather than equal opportunities, but often involves providing preferential treatment to certain groups based on factors such as race, gender, or socioeconomic status (Kendi, 2019). While the intention is to correct historical disadvantages, it can sometimes lead to individuals from historically “privileged” groups facing unfair treatment despite having no personal advantage (Sowell, 2004). This can create resentment and further division, as it may favor certain groups over others regardless of individual merit or effort.

When institutions implement equity policies—such as preferential hiring, admissions, or promotions—they send a message that they believe people from disadvantaged backgrounds cannot compete on a level playing field. This can be condescending and reinforce negative stereotypes rather than eliminating them (Sowell, 2004). Research has shown that affirmative action policies can lead to stigma, where beneficiaries of such programs are perceived as less competent, even when they are highly qualified (Leslie et al., 2014). Many individuals from challenging circumstances develop resilience, work ethic, and problem-solving skills that make them highly capable. Equity policies often assume these individuals need external advantages rather than recognizing that overcoming adversity can enhance their competitiveness naturally (Heriot, 2018).

If people receive advantages based on external factors rather than their effort and competence, it can create an expectation of continued assistance. This may discourage self-reliance and personal responsibility, fostering a mindset where success is seen as something given rather than earned. Dependency on preferential treatment can reduce motivation and self-efficacy, leading individuals to underestimate their own abilities and potential (Schmidt, 2008). Furthermore, studies on welfare and affirmative action programs have shown that long-term reliance on external aid can sometimes hinder upward mobility by creating disincentives for personal effort and achievement (Murray, 1984; Sowell, 2004).

Equity frameworks often categorize people into broad groups based on race, gender, or socioeconomic background, assuming that all members of a “privileged” group have an advantage and all members of a “disadvantaged” group need assistance. This overlooks individual circumstances—such as a wealthy minority student or a struggling white student from a low-income family—leading to policies that don’t always help those who truly need it. It is an oversimplification to assume that every white person is privileged, as privilege is influenced by various intersecting factors such as class, geography, and personal circumstances (McIntosh, 1989).

Research has shown that race-based affirmative action can sometimes benefit middle- and upper-class minorities more than low-income individuals of any race, failing to address economic disparities effectively (Carnevale & Strohl, 2010). Additionally, such broad classifications reinforce stereotypes rather than promoting true social mobility based on actual need (Sowell, 2004).

Equity-based policies sometimes prioritize group identity over individual merit. This can result in a more qualified individual being passed over in favor of someone from an “underrepresented” group, not due to their abilities but because of their demographic characteristics. This undermines the principles of meritocracy and individual achievement (Sowell, 2004). For example, when race-based affirmative action policies were rolled back in certain schools, including the University of California system, the number of Asian students admitted significantly increased, suggesting that previous policies had disadvantaged them despite their strong academic qualifications (Arcidiacono et al., 2022).

Equity inadvertently perpetuates a cycle of inequality rather than dismantling it. Such as, despite the intention of DEI policies to uplift marginalized communities, critics suggest that white women have been the primary beneficiaries of these initiatives. This is due to their status as a group that falls into both categories of “privileged” (white) and “disadvantaged” (female). As a result, some studies indicate that white women are more likely to be hired, promoted, or admitted to educational institutions under these policies compared to women of color or men from other marginalized groups (Carbado et al., 2013).

Policies based on equity can also create resentment among those who feel they are being unfairly disadvantaged. This can lead to social divisions, as some may perceive equity-driven policies as punishing certain groups rather than helping others. When individuals perceive policies as unfair or discriminatory, it can lead to feelings of alienation and resentment, which exacerbates social tensions (Feldman, 2013). Such approaches can foster a sense of grievance and competition between groups, rather than promoting unity and collaboration (Sowell, 2004). Additionally, when the focus is on group identity rather than individual achievement, it can undermine social cohesion by reinforcing divisions based on race, gender, or class (Klein, 2020).

Equality is a more effective and just approach than equity because it focuses on ensuring that all individuals have equal opportunities to succeed, rather than attempting to unfairly equalize outcomes. While equity seeks to equalize the results and level the playing field, this often involves treating people unequally. True fairness should not involve forcing equal outcomes, but rather ensuring that everyone has the same starting point and the freedom to compete based on their own abilities and hard work. By prioritizing equality of opportunity, society can foster an environment where success is determined by individual effort, not external interventions, allowing for genuine personal achievement and progress.

References:

Arcidiacono, P., Kinsler, J., & Ransom, T. (2022). Asian American Discrimination in Elite College Admissions. National Bureau of Economic Research.

Carbado, D. W., Crenshaw, K. W., Mays, V. M., & Tomlinson, B. (2013). Intersectionality: Mapping the Movements of a Theory. Du Bois Review: Social Science Research on Race, 10(2), 303-312.

Carnevale, A. P., & Strohl, J. (2010). How Increasing College Access Is Increasing Inequality, and What to Do About It. Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce.

Feldman, L. (2013). The Political Consequences of Perceptions of Inequality and Injustice: Evidence from the United States. The Journal of Politics, 75(2), 395-411.

Heriot, G. (2018). A Dubious Expediency: How Race Preferences Damage Higher Education. Encounter Books.

Kendi, I. X. (2019). How to Be an Antiracist. One World.

Klein, E. (2020). The Uncomfortable Truth About Affirmative Action. The Atlantic.

Leslie, L. M., Mayer, D. M., & Kravitz, D. A. (2014). The stigma of affirmative action: A stereotyping-based theory and meta-analytic test of the consequences for performance. Academy of Management Journal, 57(4), 964-989.

McIntosh, P. (1989). White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack.

Murray, C. (1984). Losing Ground: American Social Policy, 1950-1980. Basic Books.

Schmidt, F. L. (2008). The Role of General Cognitive Ability and Job Performance: Why There Cannot Be a Debate. Human Performance, 21(5), 395-408.

Sowell, T. (2004). Affirmative Action Around the World: An Empirical Study. Yale University Press.

[thedialoguedilemma]

President Trump signed a memorandum today blaming the plane crash last night in Washington DC on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices (DEI) of the Biden and Obama Administration’s

This comes after a report from the FAA noted that the staffing at Reagan National Airport was “not normal” and that two people were designated to man the controls for helicopters and planes but only 1 person was available.

Trump froze the hiring of federal employees—including air traffic controllers on his first day of office. Trump then fired the heads of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Coast Guard.

Trump claimed DEI was at an end in his administration even signing an Executive Order on it and still is blaming DEI.

Elon Musk also forced the Chief of the Federal Aviation Administration to resign after the FAA fined SpaceX for unsafe launch protocols. Trump didn’t appoint an acting FAA Chief until after the crash..TODAY.

When the press asked Trump if he was planning to visit the site, he responded saying “I have a plan to visit, not the site. Because you tell me, what’s the site? The water? You want me to go swimming?”

[the-most-humble-blog]

"Ladies, Why Are Y’all Taking Life Advice From Women Who Don’t Even Follow Their Own Shit?"

Listen up, dumbasses.

👑 Beyoncé been married for over a decade.

Meanwhile, some of y’all out here screaming “I don’t need no man!” like it’s a full-time job—while secretly crying in your car when you see a couple holding hands at the mall.

Taylor Swift runs through boyfriends like they’re fucking seasonal fashion trends.

And y’all still out here thinking she’s the blueprint for healthy relationships? Sis, you really taking love advice from someone who needs to review headlines before choosing a new man so she doesn’t look like a childless cat kisser?

🚨 Here’s your reality check: 🚨

Beyoncé wrote ‘Single Ladies’ while being a WHOLE wife.

Taylor Swift is the human embodiment of a breakup playlist, and she still gets more dick than most of y’all.

Your favorite female empowerment anthem? Written by a woman who goes home to a husband.

Your feminist hero? Probably got a man funding her shit behind the scenes.

Meanwhile, you? Still broke, still lonely, still listening to your bitter-ass homegirls who look like used couches and contribute nothing to the human species.

🥴 “We don’t need men!” Cool. But, uh…

Who’s fixing your car when it breaks down?

Who’s lifting the heavy shit in your house?

Who’s gonna be there when you’re 50 with no husband, no kids, and a dozen cats plotting your death?

Y’all keep listening to miserable women, surrounding yourselves with people who have nothing but bad advice and zero life accomplishments. You really wanna die on this "I don’t need no man” hill? Go ahead. But don’t be mad when you’re 60, watching your married friends live happily while you’re out here arguing with customer service reps because nobody gives a fuck about you anymore.

💀 REBLOG if you’ve ever watched someone fumble life by taking advice from bitter, lonely people. 💬 COMMENT if you know someone who needs to read this. 🚀 FOLLOW for more cold, hard truth with zero sugarcoating.

[ireton]

Driving Through the Wild Fires

[waragainstapathy]

cognitive dissonance

we all know what happened

when Germany voted

for one who had promised them

life so ideal

so how can it be

today when we see

all the warning signs

some will say

"that can't be real"

you've chosen the enemy

like it or not

unless it was rigged

the winning votes bought

you still don't agree?

wait and you'll see

but I fear we are doomed

to repeat history