Kevin Kumashiro - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

In this video, Dr. Kevin Kumashiro, interim dean of the School of Education at Hofstra University, addresses concerns surrounding attacks on education and efforts to silence discussions on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
He highlights the escalating attacks on DEI initiatives, particularly through misrepresentations of critical race theory (CRT) as a rallying cry against them. Dr. Kumashiro emphasizes that these attacks are not solely about education but are part of broader political organizing initiatives.
While acknowledging that some DEI initiatives may be simplistic or ineffective, he stresses the importance of not dismissing all efforts and instead calls for thorough examination to determine the most effective strategies for advancing justice and equity in schools.
Dr. Kumashiro argues that critical race theory, despite being targeted, is crucial for understanding how racism permeates society and institutions. He refutes claims that DEI efforts are harmful or distracting, asserting that raising awareness and questioning societal issues are fundamental to democratic education.
Ultimately, Dr. Kumashiro advocates for education that encourages critical inquiry and collective efforts toward creating a better world, even if it entails discomfort. He urges individuals to grapple with these questions and engage in collaborative endeavors to foster a more just and equitable society.

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CRT obviates the need for any thought, word or act of racism as proof of their presumed verdict. All they need is their preferred race measuring less favorably than another. Regardless of the cause: they declare their favored race to be victims of the other.
Then they would use real government enforced discrimination in response to their presumed discrimination; altering laws, policies and practices to favor their preferred race.
All for the stated purpose of forcibly making the measurements between races identical.
The operative question is whether you support using government force to implement racial discrimination.
All the rest is academic.
My answer is no.