Ep. 1504 - Is This the Final Deathblow to DEI?
The Matt Walsh Show
Deep Dive
Why did the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals strike down NASDAQ's DEI policies?
The court ruled that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lacked the legal authority to approve the DEI policy, as it overstepped its mandate to regulate market manipulation and proxy voting. The court also found no evidence linking DEI practices to improved financial performance, contrary to NASDAQ's claims.
What was the NASDAQ DEI policy about?
NASDAQ required companies listed on the exchange to disclose the diversity composition of their boards, including at least one female and one underrepresented minority or LGBTQ+ member. Companies that failed to meet this quota had to explain why in their reports.
Why did Boeing decide to scrap its DEI department?
Boeing's new leadership recognized that DEI had become a liability, especially after a federal judge rejected a plea deal that included DEI-based criteria for selecting a monitor. Additionally, Boeing faced potential loss of government contracts if it continued DEI practices, as Republicans in Congress are advancing legislation to dismantle DEI in federal contracts.
What happened to Nancy Mace after she was physically assaulted?
Nancy Mace was allegedly grabbed by an LGBT activist on Capitol grounds due to her views on transgender individuals in women's spaces. The assailant, James McIntyre, was arrested and faces charges of assaulting a government official.
Why are leftists upset about the casting of a male actor as a 'trans woman' in Squid Game Season 2?
Leftists argue that a cisgender man should not play a transgender woman, as it reinforces the harmful notion that trans women are just men in dresses. They believe the role should have gone to an actual trans actress, despite the fact that the character is a man pretending to be a woman.
What is the 'Dismantle DEI Act' and why is it significant?
The Dismantle DEI Act aims to eliminate DEI programs in the federal government and ban federal contractors from practicing DEI. This legislation threatens companies like Boeing, which rely heavily on government contracts, potentially costing them billions if they continue DEI practices.
Why did the judge reject Boeing's plea deal involving DEI?
The judge ruled that the selection of an independent monitor for Boeing should be based solely on competency, not DEI criteria. The judge argued that DEI efforts undermine public confidence in the government's and Boeing's ethics, especially in a case involving negligence that led to fatal crashes.
What is the premise of the new character in Squid Game Season 2?
The character is a male former Special Forces soldier who identifies as transgender and joins the game to raise money for gender-affirming surgery. Despite facing social prejudice, the character is portrayed as strong, decisive, and breaking down stereotypes.
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