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Thursday, June 19, 2025

Podcast: Trump’s Executive Order Prompts DEI Boycott And Raises Racial Equity Issues

President Donald Trump has issued executive orders to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs within the federal government, leading civil rights leaders to initiate an economic boycott to safeguard these essential initiatives. Corporations such as Target have started to eliminate their DEI programs, raising concerns about the future of racial equity in both public and private sectors. Former Seattle NAACP President Dr. Carl Mack contributes to the dialogue on this expanding movement and its implications. 

Interview by Chris B. Bennett

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