Danielle Smith bans DEI hiring, daring the NDP to oppose
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has introduced legislation to ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring practices within the provincial public sector. The move mandates merit-based hiring and aims to challenge the political opposition on progressive policy issues.
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This policy reflects a growing trend of conservative governments in North America actively dismantling institutional DEI frameworks.
Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Rob Breakenridge: Danielle Smith bans DEI hiring in the public sector, daring the NDP to oppose The Opposition could find itself defending a policy that has little public support
Join the conversation Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Photo by Darren Makowichuk / DARREN MAKOWICHUK/ Postmedia Article content CALGARY — In the current political climate, it’s not likely a coincidence that the Alberta government is prioritizing the fight against woke, progressive politics — specifically, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies.
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